DA Form 5434 Sponsorship Program Counseling and Information Sheet

What Is DA Form 5434?

This is a military form that was released by the U.S. Department of the Army (DA) on January 1, 2018. The form, often mistakenly referred to as the DD Form 5434, is a military form used by and within the U.S. Army. As of today, no separate instructions for the form are provided by the DA.

FAQ

Q: What is DA Form 5434?
A: DA Form 5434 is the Sponsorship Program Counseling and Information Sheet.

Q: What is the purpose of DA Form 5434?
A: The purpose of DA Form 5434 is to provide counseling and information to sponsors in the Sponsorship Program.

Q: Who uses DA Form 5434?
A: DA Form 5434 is used by sponsors participating in the Sponsorship Program.

Q: What information is included in DA Form 5434?
A: DA Form 5434 includes personal information, arrival information, and sponsorship responsibilities.

Q: Is DA Form 5434 mandatory?
A: Yes, DA Form 5434 is mandatory for sponsors in the Sponsorship Program.

Q: Can DA Form 5434 be filled out electronically?
A: Yes, DA Form 5434 can be filled out electronically using a PDF editor or the Army's electronic forms software.

Q: Are there any instructions for filling out DA Form 5434?
A: Yes, instructions for filling out DA Form 5434 are provided on the form itself.

Q: What should sponsors do with the completed DA Form 5434?
A: Sponsors should provide a copy of the completed DA Form 5434 to the incoming soldier and their unit.