Request substitution after a claimant dies
Request for Substitution of Claimant Upon Death of Claimant
Requests recognition of an eligible person to continue a pending claim or appeal after the claimant's death.
Purpose and use
Use when an eligible survivor seeks substitution in a claim or appeal that was pending when the claimant died.
When not to use it
Do not use this form for a different benefit or review path unless current VA instructions identify it for that purpose.
Who completes and signs it?
- Completed by
- substitute claimant
- Signed by
- substitute claimant
- Availability
- online and pdf
- Submission
- follow current form instructions
Always start with the official page
Open the current VA version.
Check the revision, instructions, signature requirements, and delivery options immediately before use.
Read before use
Important limitations
- Verify the current revision and submission instructions on the official VA page before signing or sending the form.
- This planner identifies forms that may fit a situation; it does not determine eligibility or filing strategy.