As with any application process, the Electronic Application Process includes several steps that must be completed before the application can be verified and accepted.

1. When a prospective member expresses interest in the DAR, she will be connected to a particular DAR Chapter.  This connection might be made personally or electronically through the Membership Interest Form or the Prospective Member Database.
2. The Electronic Application Process can only be used for Ancestors that are already established with the DAR. If applying through a new ancestor (not in the Ancestor Database), or the notation "Treat as New Ancestor" is displayed on your Ancestor's record, please use the traditional paper application available on the Members' website.
3. If the lineage requires an analysis (compiling indirect evidence to show a relationship), or a service study, please use the traditional paper application available on the Members' website.
   
4. The invite process has been suspended when while the eApp is redeveloped.
   1. The Chapter Registrar will begin the Electronic Application process by entering the member’s contact information.
   2. The prospective member will receive an email with instructions for creating an account.
5. Once the prospective member has created her account, she can begin filling out the Electronic Application Form.
6. At any time during the process of completing the Electronic Application, the Chapter Registrar and/or other qualified volunteers may assist the applicant with the application.
7. Once the applicant has completed the Electronic Application form by entering her information, adding her lineage, and uploading her supporting documentation, she will submit her application for review by the Chapter officers.
8. Two chapter officers will review and endorse the Electronic Application.
9. The application will be forwarded to the Volunteer Electronic Application Reviewers (EARs).
10. The Electronic Application Reviewers (EARs) will ensure that the Electronic Application was correctly completed.
11. Once the application has been approved by the Electronic Application Reviewers (EARs), payment will be submitted by the applicant.
12. Once payment has been received, the application will be forward for review by the DAR Staff Genealogists.
13. The DAR Staff Genealogists will ensure that all names, dates, places and relationships have been proven with acceptable forms of supporting documentation.  The Revolutionary War service of the ancestor will also be reviewed.
14. If additional information is needed at any point during this process, the applicant will be given instructions regarding any additions or modifications that might be required.
15. When the DAR Staff Genealogists have verified the lineage and service on the Electronic Application, it will be forwarded for acceptance at the next vote of the National Board of Management.
16. Following acceptance by the National Board of Management, the applicant will be become a member and will receive her membership certificate and welcome packet.
17. The Chapter Registrar will be provided with a digital copy of the verified application for their chapter records.