Applying to NFCU!

[blindambition]

Hey Guys,
I have a couple of questions about applying to NFCU. I'm eligible through my grandfather. He is deceased, but served in the Navy in WWII.
My first question is about his DD214. I visited the National Archives website already, I found that his would be archived, due to age. Many were destroyed in a fire in the 70's. They are usually able to reconstruct them through other documents.
Anyone done this? How long should I expect? Weeks, months? Will they release to a grandson who shares same last name?
The second question is about the application. I have to call in since he is deceased. I'm a blind individual. Will I have to send, or fax over my identification? I just want to be somewhat prepared for the process when I call.
Thank you for any information you guys can provide. I want to start with Savings and possibly the Go. Don’t think I’ll apply without DD214 in hand... it would be my luck to be asked for it. ☺️     

[Anonymous]

I got in through my father. They asked for his branch of service, rank and name.   Nothng else. I am was worried that that they would think I was a Vietnam draft dodger due my age.  I was very lucky with a high number at the very end.   I think I had to send a copy of my id but can't recall either way. If I did it was just a photo from my I phone

[AverageJoesCredit]

Great question Blind. Hope it all works out for you. Navy is great in many parts thanks to people like your grandfather.

[Anonymous]

i got in back in august. my grandfather served in WW2 and died in 1970. the only asked me what branch he served in when i called. i was still prepared with his SS#, DOB, and dates of service which i was able to easily found online though they never asked me for that info. super nice on the phone and was very easy. i love navy, they have been great so far!

[blindambition]

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@AverageJoesCredit wrote:
Great question Blind. Hope it all works out for you. Navy is great in many parts thanks to people like your grandfather.

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Thanks AJC! Very proud of him, and all our servicemen, and servicewomen.

[blindambition]

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@Anonymous wrote:

i got in back in august. my grandfather served in WW2 and died in 1970. the only asked me what branch he served in when i called. i was still prepared with his SS#, DOB, and dates of service which i was able to easily found online though they never asked me for that info. super nice on the phone and was very easy. i love navy, they have been great so far!

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Thanks for your experience. I have also found many things, enlistment date, discharge, service#. Pretty amazing.

[blindambition]

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@Anonymous wrote:

I got in through my father. They asked for his branch of service, rank and name.   Nothng else. I am was worried that that they would think I was a Vietnam draft dodger due my age.  I was very lucky with a high number at the very end.   I think I had to send a copy of my id but can't recall either way. If I did it was just a photo from my I phone

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Thanks for the comment on what to expect.

[Anonymous]

Don’t be shy. Call navy right now. If they need additional info they will let you know. They are there 24 hours a day and are super nice. I’ve called them at 3am before and they are still as nice. Haha

[brandon1767]

Just applied a few weeks ago. They asked for name and branch of service (for my grandfather). The account was setup instantly over the phone, no HP. I recieved a signature form a week later that I sent back. Good luck! I don't think it should be a problem.