If you wish to mail your application, please send it to our Quantico,
Virginia, mailing address. You may use either the US Postal Service, or one of the mail
delivery services commercially available. Our address is:
Memorial Programs Service (41A1)
Department of Veterans Affairs
5109 Russell Road
Quantico, VA 22134-3903
Using the information on the DD-214 and other supporting documents, fill
out the application (VA Form 40-1330) as completely as possible.
Be sure to include telephone numbers and signatures. If you aren’t sure if
you are using the most current version of the application form, select the
following link:
VA Form 40-1330, Application for Standard Government Headstone or Marker
(Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
IMPORTANT – If this is a second request, or if you are requesting a replacement
for an incorrect or damaged marker, you must explain this in block #27 of the application.
Always remember, when submitting an application, whether by fax or
by mail, it is critical that the application be completely and accurately
filled out. Errors and/or omissions of important information could
cause lengthy delays, or may result in the delivery of an incorrect marker.
If you have questions concerning a headstone or marker application, you
may call us toll-free between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (ET),
Monday through Friday, at the following number:
1-800-697-6947
Or click on the "Contact the VA" link below to contact us via e-mail.
For assistance with other VA benefits or records please use the "Contact the VA" link below.