This is a very important letter that could affect whether __(1)__ can get Special Veterans Benefits (SVB). Please read it carefully. If there is anything
you do not understand, please get in touch with us right away.
What You Need to Do
We need more information to make a decision on __(2)__ application for SVB. Therefore, it is important that you send us the information
shown under “Things We Need,” as soon as possible. Please use the enclosed envelope
to return information to us.
If We Do Not Hear From You
We may deny __(3)__ application for SVB if you do not respond to this request or contact us by (4) to
tell us why.
If we deny __(5)__ application, we will send you another letter to explain our decision. The letter
will also explain how to appeal if you disagree with our decision.
Things We Need
We need to see an original or certified copy of the following item(s). We cannot accept photocopies or copies signed by a notary
public. You should bring or mail these documents to us. If you mail them, please use the
enclosed envelope. We will return these items to you.
Even if you don't have all of the information, we need to hear from you. We will help
you get anything you do not have.
[Optional Paragraphs For Specific Required Evidence]
[Evidence of Age]
We need a public or religious record of birth which was made before age 5. Please
see the enclosed list entitled “Instructions for Getting Proof of Age.
[Evidence of Military Service]
We need evidence of the period of service in the U.S. military between September 16,
1940 and July 24, 1947. Or, evidence of service in the organized military forces of
the Philippines between July 26, 1941 and December 30, 1946.
[Evidence of Foreign Residence]
We need evidence that _(1)_ residing outside the United States. This includes __(2)__ the signed statement showing that __(3)__ established a residence outside the United States, the date this began, and that
__(4)__ to continue to live there; and
We also need a document from both group number 1. and group number 2. below.
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1.
__(5)__ passport which includes the page(s) showing entry date to the foreign country
and exit date from the United States; or
An airline ticket showing the date __(6)__ arrived in the foreign country of residence; and
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2.
Documentation of the date __(7)__ began the new living arrangement, such as a lease agreement, rental/mortgage receipts,
or a deed of purchase; or
A signed statement from a local government official or other person saying that he
or she knows __(8)__ residing outside the United States, where __(9)__ residing, when __(10)__ began residing there, and how he or she knows this information.
[Evidence of Benefit Income]
We need evidence of benefit income (such as award notices or other statements) showing
the amount of, and date of entitlement to, __(1)__.
[Optional Paragraph For Tailoring A Request For Evidence]
If You Have Questions or Need Help
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If you live in Canada, you should contact any U.S. Social Security office.
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If you live in Mexico, you should contact the nearest U.S. Social Security office
or the nearest United States Embassy or consulate.
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If you live in any other country, you should contact the nearest United States Embassy
or consulate.
If you call or visit an office, please have this letter and the enclosed envelope
with you.
Notice Fill-ins:
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(1)
(you) or (veteran's name)
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(2)
(your) or (possessive form of veteran's name)
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(3)
(your) or (possessive form of veteran's name)
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(4)
(Month/Day/Year) 30 days after the date of this notice
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(5)
(your) or (possessive form of veteran's name)
Evidence of Foreign Residence Fill-ins:
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(1)
(you are) or (veteran's name is)
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(2)
(your) or (possessive form of veteran's name)
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(4)
(you intend) or (he intends, she intends)
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(5)
(your) or (possessive form of veteran's name)
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(6)
(you) or (veteran's name)
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(7)
(you) or (veteran's name)
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(8)
(you are) or (veteran's name is)
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(9)
(you are) or (veteran's name is)
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(10)
(you) or (veteran's name)
Evidence of Benefit Income Fill-in:
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(1)
(Type of benefit income receiving)