Fill out Form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference with Instafill.ai

Form SF-15 can be used by veterans who have a service-connected disability or by qualifying family members of such veterans. Specifically, the form can be used by veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more, spouses of veterans unable to work due to a service-connected disability, unmarried widows or widowers of certain deceased veterans, and mothers of veterans who died in service or have permanent and total service-connected disabilities. The form helps these individuals apply for a 10-point preference in federal hiring.

The person applying for preference on Form SF-15 is required to provide personal information such as their name, Social Security Number, and contact details. They must also supply details about their military service, including dates of service, branch of service, and type of discharge. Additionally, the applicant must provide documentation to support the claim for preference, such as a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) letter or other military documents that confirm the service-connected disability or other qualifying status for the 10-point preference.

On Form SF-15, the veteran must provide detailed information about their military service. This includes the veteran's full name, Social Security Number, dates of active duty service, branch of service, and the type of discharge received. If the veteran has a service-connected disability, information regarding the disability rating and the effective date of the rating must be included. Additionally, documentation such as a VA rating decision or other military records must be attached to substantiate the claim for the 10-point preference.

There are several types of 10-point veterans' preference claims that can be made with Form SF-15, including: 1) Disability preference (CP), for veterans with a service-connected disability of 10% or more; 2) XP preference, for certain family members of a veteran who is unable to qualify for a federal position due to a service-connected disability; 3) Widow/widower preference (Widow), for unmarried widows or widowers of certain deceased veterans; and 4) Derived preference (XP), for mothers of veterans who died in service or have permanent and total service-connected disabilities. Each type of claim requires specific documentation to establish eligibility for the preference.

To support a claim for non-compensable service-connected disability or Purple Heart on Form SF-15, the applicant must provide a copy of the veteran's Department of Defense Form 214 (DD 214) or other acceptable service documentation that indicates the veteran was awarded the Purple Heart or has a service-connected disability. Additionally, the applicant should include any relevant documentation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or a branch of the Armed Forces that confirms the service-connected disability is non-compensable (i.e., a disability rating of less than 10%).

For a 10-point veteran preference based on a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more, the applicant must provide a Standard Form 15 (SF-15) along with the official documentation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or a branch of the Armed Forces that certifies the veteran has a service-connected disability rating of 10% or more. This documentation typically includes a VA rating decision letter or other official correspondence that clearly states the disability percentage.

A living veteran's spouse can claim a 10-point veteran preference on Form SF-15 if the veteran is unable to work due to a service-connected disability. The spouse must complete the SF-15 form and provide documentation that includes the veteran's Department of Defense Form 214 (DD 214), the marriage certificate, and official documentation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or the Armed Forces that verifies the veteran's service-connected disability and that the disability renders the veteran unable to qualify for any substantially gainful employment.

A veteran's widow or widower is eligible to claim a 10-point veteran preference if the veteran died from a service-connected disability, was missing in action, or was captured by a hostile force. The widow or widower must remain unmarried and should provide the completed SF-15 form along with the veteran's Department of Defense Form 214 (DD 214), the marriage certificate, the veteran's death certificate, and documentation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or the Armed Forces that supports the service-connected cause of death or the status of the veteran as missing or captured.

To claim a 10-point veteran preference on Form SF-15 as the mother of a veteran, the mother must be the biological mother, stepmother, or adoptive mother who has lived with the veteran in a regular parent-child relationship. Required documentation includes the completed SF-15 form, the veteran's Department of Defense Form 214 (DD 214), documentation proving the mother's relationship to the veteran (such as a birth certificate or adoption papers), and evidence that the mother is or was married to the father of the veteran, if applicable. Additionally, the mother must provide documentation that shows she is or was dependent on the veteran for support and that her husband is deceased, totally disabled, or missing in action, captured by a hostile force, or forcibly detained by a foreign government or power.

The Privacy Act and Public Burden Statement in relation to Form SF-15 is a disclosure that informs applicants about the reasons for requesting personal information and the potential uses of this information. It ensures that personal data collected is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974. The statement also provides an estimate of the average time burden to complete the form and informs the applicants that their response is voluntary, but failure to provide the requested information may affect their eligibility for the 10-point veteran preference.

The estimated time to complete Form SF-15 is typically provided within the form's instructions or the Privacy Act and Public Burden Statement. This estimate is based on the average time it takes respondents to gather the necessary information, complete the form, and submit it. The actual time may vary depending on the individual's circumstances and the availability of the required documentation.

The OMB Number for Form SF-15 is a unique identifier assigned by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve the form and its use. It is important because it signifies that the form has undergone OMB review and approval, ensuring that it meets federal standards for information collection and is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency. The OMB Number also helps in tracking the form and managing the information collection requirements.

Documents considered as proof of service and separation for Form SF-15 typically include the DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statements of service, retirement orders, and separation orders. These documents must show the veteran's dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and any service-connected disabilities. They are used to establish eligibility for the 10-point veteran preference.

Acceptable documentation of a veteran's death for Form SF-15 may include a death certificate, a report of casualty, or other official documentation that confirms the veteran's death. This documentation is necessary for certain qualifying family members who are applying for the 10-point veteran preference based on the service of a deceased veteran.

To prove a service or death during a war, campaign, or expedition for Form SF-15, the applicant must provide official military documentation that confirms the veteran's participation in a war, campaign, or expedition. This may include discharge papers, separation documents, or DD Form 214, which indicates the veteran's service dates and any campaign badges or expeditionary medals earned. If the veteran is deceased, a death certificate, a record of death from the Department of Veterans Affairs, or other official documentation indicating the veteran died as a result of service may be required.

A deceased or disabled veteran's mother can provide evidence of her husband's total and permanent disability for Form SF-15 by submitting official documentation from the Department of Veterans Affairs or the military service that attests to the disability. This may include a VA rating decision letter or other VA documentation that specifies the disability rating and indicates that the disability is total and permanent. If the documentation is not available, the mother may need to request a letter from the VA confirming the disability status.

To document an annulment of remarriage by a widow or widower of a veteran for Form SF-15, the applicant must provide a copy of the annulment decree. The decree must be issued by a court of competent jurisdiction and must indicate that the remarriage has been legally annulled. This documentation is necessary to establish eligibility for the 10-point veteran preference as a widow or widower who has not remarried or whose subsequent marriage has been annulled.

On Form SF-15, the applicant must answer questions related to the veteran's inability to work due to a service-connected disability. This includes providing information about the disability rating assigned by the Department of Veterans Affairs, the effective date of the disability, and whether the disability is considered total and permanent. Additionally, the applicant may need to describe how the disability impacts the veteran's ability to work and provide any relevant medical documentation or VA decision letters that support the claim of inability to work.

A veteran's employment history with the Federal civil service or D.C. Government can affect their 10-point veteran preference claim on Form SF-15 if they have already used their veteran preference for a federal job appointment. If the veteran has retired from a federal civil service position or has been separated from the D.C. Government with a disability, this may impact their eligibility for the preference. The applicant must disclose any prior use of veteran preference and provide details about their federal employment history, including dates of service and positions held, to determine if they are still eligible for the 10-point preference.

You can download a printable version of Form SF15 here.