Discharge upgrades
Know Your Rights
Army Discharge Review Board: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions from the Army Discharge Review Board.
Upgrading Your Discharge and Changing the Reason for Your Discharge
We offer a how-to guide that explains the process of applying for a military discharge upgrade or a change in the reason for your military discharge.
VA Character of Discharge Review: An Alternative to a Discharge Upgrade
Some veterans are able to access VA benefits immediately. People with Honorable and General discharges are typically able to access VA benefits without a problem. If you have a different discharge characterization—Other Than Honorable, Undesirable, or Bad Conduct—then it will be harder. But it might be possible. This guide will show you how.