Of course. A Veteran ID card (VIC) is a form of photo ID you can use to get discounts offered to Veterans at many restaurants, hotels, stores, and other businesses. Here you can find out if you're eligible for a Veteran ID Card and how to apply.
That's great. What documents do I need?
Are you planning to apply?
Yes, that's why I came here.
In that case, be sure to have your Social Security number and a digital copy of your DD214, DD256, DD257, or NGB22 that you can upload ready.
I should have those in my drawer, will search for them. Can you tell me what requirements I need to fulfill?
Have you served on active duty, in the Reserves, or in the National Guard including the Coast Guard?
No, I haven't. I served in the Chinese army, before I emmigrated to the US with my family.
Sorry, I'm afraid you aren't eligible then.
But I'm a veteran, I served in the Chinese military. My uncle was a US soldier. Can he get the card if he had an uncharacterized or unknown discharge status?
That's possible. We'd have to verify his eligibility before we approve his application.
What if he had to leave the army because he was accused of spying for China?