An appeal from a BVA decision must be filed with the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims within:

An appeal from a Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA) decision must be filed with the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims within 120 days after the date of the BVA decision. This timeframe is established by law to ensure that veterans and their representatives have a clear and defined period to initiate an appeal if they believe that the BVA's decision was incorrect.

Filing within this 120-day period is crucial because failing to do so results in the loss of the right to appeal that decision in the federal court system—essentially concluding the appeal process at the administrative level. Understanding this timeline helps veterans navigate their options after receiving a decision from the BVA and allows them to take necessary actions within the legal framework provided.