Decision Review Request: Board Appeal (Notice of Disagreement)
Appeal directly to the Board of Veterans' Appeals. Choose from three dockets: Direct Review, Evidence Submission, or Hearing Request.
Used in these claim stages:
Last updated by VA: January 1, 2024
How to Complete This Form
A Board Appeal takes your case to the Board of Veterans' Appeals for review by a Veterans Law Judge.
1. Complete your personal information
2. Identify the decision and issues you're appealing
3. Choose your docket:
- Direct Review: Fastest, no new evidence or hearing
- Evidence Submission: Submit new evidence within 90 days
- Hearing Request: Present your case in a hearing
4. Sign and date the form
Processing times vary significantly by docket. Direct Review is typically fastest.
Helpful Tips
- Choose your docket carefully based on your evidence situation
- Direct Review is fastest but you can't add evidence
- Evidence Submission docket gives you 90 days to submit new evidence
- Hearing docket takes longest but lets you testify directly
- Consider representation (VSO, attorney, or claims agent)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Choosing the wrong docket for your situation
- Missing the 90-day evidence window on Evidence Submission docket
- Not preparing adequately for a hearing
- Filing without representation when facing complex legal issues
Deadline Information
You have ONE YEAR from the date of your decision to file a Board Appeal.