MOD ALREADY TRANSFERRING WW2 SERVICE FILES TO UK NATIONAL ARCHIVES 2021

My understanding of the process outlined in the FAQ document I attached above is that if you can’t get to Kew they will provide a (redacted) hard copy of the file at the usual extortionate NA copying price.

Steve

 

Thank you

Replying here, as I have seen your answer too on the other thread

I have had a reply back from the TNA saying there is no fee and they will process the files in 20 days

They dont talk about visiting in that , all they say is that they will be available from 11/05/22 they also said as its a closed file there will be no fee (no death cert needed either upto now

The MOD gave me an index number to quote TNA and they within an hour replied saying they have the files requested

What is the charge for copying NA documents ?

Steve

 

Hi,

NA document copying cost depends on the number of pages to be copied.

You need to ask them for a quote but there are members on the forum who provide a look up and copy service at a more competitive price.

Steve

 

Update from the Canadian Archives about WW2 records - although it doesn't really add anything

"We do not yet have a timeframe for when restrictions will be lifted for the Second World War service files. There are still many living veterans, so their personal information remains protected for the foreseeable future."