Military Discharge

To obtain a certified copy of discharge records you must:

  • Have Recorded Discharge Paper

  • The person who is subject of the record

  • A family member or legal representative of the person who is subject of the record

  • County office that provides veteran's benefits upon written request of that office

  • United States Official upon written request of that official

How to obtain this service...

Online Pick Up

Step 1: Fill out Application https://fresnocountyca-web.tylerhost.net/

Step 2: Select which type of document you want

Step 3: Fill out your personal information 

Step 4: Pick Up at Second Floor

By Mail

Step 1: Print & fill out Application for Certified Copy of DD-214(PDF, 261KB)

Step 2: Get documents Notarized 

Step 3: Include Self Envelope with Address to send back

Step 4: Mail to P.O. Box 766 Fresno, CA 93712

What you need to provide:

If you order in person

  • Name of veteran

  • Complete sections 1 through 4 on the form. Your signature must be witnessed by a clerk in our office. It does not need to be notarized.

  • Photo ID required

  • No charge

     

 

If you order by mail

  • Name of veteran

  • Complete sections 1 through 5 on the form. Your signature must be notarized.

  • The name and address of the person or agency to whom the copies are to be returned

  • No charge

     

 

Reminder: We have moved from the Hall of Records to our new location at 1250 Van Ness Ave, Fresno, CA. Free parking is available for customers.
Fresno County Recorder
1250 Van Ness Ave, Fresno, CA 93721
Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday
Phone: (559) 600-3471
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