Where is the veteran file and how to check it?

The files of retired military personnel are stored in the local civil affairs bureau or the armed forces department, and can also be stored in the original unit or unit.

First, determine the file storage location.

1. Consult the local civil affairs bureau or the armed forces department: Ex-servicemen can consult the local civil affairs bureau or the armed forces department about the storage of their files and find out the specific storage location and inquiry method.

2. Contact with the original unit or unit: If you keep in touch with the original unit or unit after leaving the army, you can directly consult with them about file storage.

Second, the query file

1. Storage place inquiry: Ex-servicemen can carry valid identity documents and go to the file storage place to inquire in person. When inquiring, you need to explain your identity and purpose to the staff, and make inquiries according to relevant procedures.

2. Online inquiry: In some areas, the online inquiry service of retired military personnel files has been realized. Veterans can log on to the official website of the local civil affairs bureau or the armed forces department and make online inquiries according to the website prompts.

Third, matters needing attention

1. Protect personal privacy: When inquiring files, veterans should pay attention to protect personal privacy and avoid revealing personal information.

2. Abide by relevant regulations: Ex-servicemen must abide by the relevant national regulations on file management, and shall not alter, destroy or carry files without authorization.

To sum up:

To inquire about the files of retired soldiers, it is necessary to first determine the location where the files are stored, and then inquire according to relevant procedures. Retired soldiers can consult the local civil affairs bureau or the armed forces department, or contact their original units or troops. When inquiring, you need to bring valid identity documents and abide by the relevant regulations of the state on file management.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) Archives Law

Article 6 stipulates that the national archives administration department is in charge of the national archives cause, and implements overall planning, organization and coordination, unified system, supervision and guidance for the national archives cause. The archives administration department of the local people's governments at or above the county level shall be in charge of the archival undertaking within their respective administrative areas, and supervise and guide the archival work of organs, groups, enterprises, institutions and other organizations within their respective administrative areas. The people's governments of townships, nationality townships and towns shall designate personnel to be responsible for keeping the archives of their own organs, and supervise and guide the archives work of their subordinate units.