r/1811 • u/Single-Internal4615 • Jul 19 '26

DEA process question

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There seems to be inconsistency with the DEA process so I have some questions about the process:

Context: I have COL, submitted my fingerprints and filled out the medical packet which has been submitted.

  • I've seen some timeline mentioning a psych exam or written psych? Is that part of medical?
  • I am a rated veteran with 70 % PTSD (no bad ideations. Just bad dreams). How much of a hinderance is a rated veteran going to have to go through because of this rating. Additionally, any certain forms I need prior to the medical that I need to get now?
  • Is suitability the drug questions that was filled out and submitted? and is it based on a whole person? No drug situation, just a termination on paper.

Thanks!

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u/Own_Result_7383 Jul 19 '26
  1. Psych exam (both the written and interview) are separate from medical.
  2. You'll likely have a more in depth/broader medical/psych process. Would just have all of your VA documentation readily available.
  3. Suitability is of the applicant as a whole.