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Separating or retiring: your transition checklist
- 1Start TAP at least a year outTransition Assistance (TAP) must start no later than 365 days before you separate. Source: DoD TAP.
- 2File your VA claim before you leaveBenefits Delivery at Discharge: file 180 to 90 days before separation. Source: VA.gov.
- 3Terminal leave or sell back your leave?Compare both with your own numbers.
- 4Estimate your VA combined ratingUses VA's official combined-ratings method.
- 5SkillBridge: train with an employerUp to your last 180 days of service.
- 6Use or transfer your GI BillPost-9/11 GI Bill and transfer rules.
- 7Keep life insurance with VGLIDeadlines matter. See the official source.
- 8Official VA and records linksVA.gov, milConnect, DS Logon and more.
Military spouse: careers, moves and support
- 1Spouse careers: MSEP, federal hiring, licensesPrograms that move with you.
- 2Free career coaching: SpouseWorks (formerly SECO)Resume help, job search and PCS career coaching. Call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647. Source: Military OneSource.
- 3SpouseWorks scholarship (formerly MyCAA)Money for licenses and certifications.
- 4Your residency and tax rightsMSRRA lets you keep your state.
- 5Plan the next PCSBAH, housing and base maps.
- 6Perks, free tickets and supportVerified offers and who can help.
- 7Give or get helpTop-rated military charities and relief societies.
Veteran: VA, school and insurance
- 1Estimate your VA combined ratingSee how VA math combines ratings.
- 2GI Bill for school or trainingPost-9/11 and Montgomery GI Bill.
- 3Keep coverage with VGLILife insurance after you separate.
- 4Space-A travel (100% P&T)Category VI eligibility, from official sources.
- 5Official VA linksVA.gov, health care and claims.
- 6Military and veteran dealsReal prices after the discount.
Every step links to a page with official sources and last-checked dates.
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TaxesSave on taxes in a combat zonePlus your home-state rules and free filing with MilTax.Explore →School and GI BillUp to 36 months of GI Bill benefitsTuition Assistance while you serve, and transferring it to family.Explore →Legal rightsCap old debt at 6% interestSCRA protections, breaking a lease on orders, free JAG help.Explore →Spouse and familyGet license transfer costs reimbursedSpouse hiring programs, career coaching, new-to-military life.Explore →VA and veteransVA benefits, step by stepHealth care, disability, home loans and education after service.Explore →Money and retirementGet the BRS match on your TSPSavings Deposit Program, SGLI life insurance and more.Explore →
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