HM Armed Forces Veterans Badge

What you need to do

Those who are due to exit the Armed Forces in the next few months should ensure that their JPA records are updated to include the home residency once they leave. A HM Armed Forces Veterans Badge will be issued with the leavers pack.

Anyone who does not receive their leavers pack with an HM Armed Forces Veterans Badge within 2 months of leaving the Armed Forces should contact the JPAC Enquiry Centre.

What you need to do

If you left the Armed Forces over 2 months ago, you should apply to the MOD Medal Office for a HM Armed Forces Veterans Badge.

Please refer to the Apply for a medal page for details on how to apply.

What you need to do

The HM Armed Forces Veterans Badge is a survivor's badge and therefore not issued posthumously like other honours, awards and medals.

The only exception is for war widows/ers who are in receipt of a War Widows/Widowers Pension or Survivors Guaranteed Income Payment (SGIP) under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme paid by the MOD. This recognises the fact that their spouse or long-term partner's death was due to military service.

What you need to do

You can apply for a replacement Veterans Badge. You do not have to pay a fee if this is your first replacement. You should apply using the veterans badge application form. You will usually receive your replacement within 4 weeks of applying.