Director’s Message

Greetings from Cleveland, where the snow is finally melting and spring is in the air. That means it’s time for the first Retiree Newsletter of 2025. We have lots of useful information to share with you in this edition. If you are a Reservist or National Guard member in the Gray Area, please check out our Spotlight article to learn more about Combat-Related Special Compensation and Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay. Changes are coming in June that may affect the way you pay SBP monthly premiums if you are currently paying these premiums directly. Please pay close attention to this article for important information. Time flies and the April 15^th tax deadline is fast-approaching. Our tax article has helpful tips to ensure you have everything needed to complete your filing.

We are proud to announce our new askDFAS tips video on the DFAS YouTube channel. This video outlines all the askDFAS online tools to easily manage your Retired Pay or SBP Annuity account. Find out all about it in our askDFAS article. Did you know there is a new checklist that facilitates requesting a Special Needs Trust? Please read this article if you need to know more about Special Needs Trusts. Check out the list of Retiree Appreciation Days that DFAS will participate in this year. If there is an event near you, we highly encourage you to attend. We always look forward to meeting our retirees and assisting in any way we can. Finally, please read the articles from our Pay Partners, who provided valuable information for you.

On behalf of all of us at Retired and Annuitant Pay, thank you for your service to our country. It is our honor to serve those who served.


Note: The information on this website is provided to explain typical situations regarding retiree and annuitant benefits. For details and exceptions, please see applicable laws, financial management regulations, and instructions.

Page Updated Mar 26 2025