How long does a former spouse receive military retirement?

How long does a former spouse receive military retirement?

In order to be eligible for direct payment of retired pay from DFAS, a former spouse must have been married to the servicemember or retiree at least 10 years, during which the servicemember or retiree must have served at least 10 years of creditable military service.

Can a VA disability check be garnished?

Generally speaking, VA disability benefits can only be garnished if the individual who is receiving those benefits has waived military retired pay to obtain the VA compensation. In this case, only the amount of disability compensation that was paid in place of the military retired pay can be garnished.

Can a civilian enter a military base?

TLDR – Civilians can get on military bases if they are a spouse or dependent of a service member or sponsored by a service member. However, the policies vary from base to base. Many bases also have visitor centers that are open to the public or require a special visitor pass.

Can you walk off a military base?

You certainly can on most bases walk straight up to the gate. Usually your CAC card will suffice as proper identification, but it’s not a bad idea to have some other form of photo ID on you just to be on the safe side in case the guards ask for two forms.

Why do they scan your ID at military bases?

A: Scanning the Department of Defense ID card bar code allows the Defense Commissary Agency to positively identify an individual and verify that he or she is authorized to shop in the commissary. There are a small number of older ID cards without bar codes.

Do you salute back at the gate?

When you enter a military installation a gate guard will check your ID card. If it is a military member, they will salute officers. It is customary to return the salute whether you are in uniform or wearing civilian clothes.

Can friends visit you on base?

Yes. Bases offer on-base guest accommodations that enable family members to visit Airmen at a lower cost than what is available off-base. Airmen can regularly entertain friends that live off-base at on-base rec centers.

How many guests can I bring on base?

A military service member or spouse can sponsor one guest in their own vehicle, as long as that person has valid photo ID. To bring your own car on base, the service member will need to request a base pass, which should be done at least a week before you visit.