DD Form 108. Application for Retired Pay Benefits
DD Form 108 is a form used by the Department of Defense (DoD) to apply for retired pay benefits. The purpose of this form is to provide a standardized format for requesting retired pay benefits and to ensure that all necessary information is included in the request.
The form consists of several parts, including the applicant's personal information, military service history, and beneficiary information. The applicant must provide their name, Social Security number, and contact information, as well as their military service history, including dates of service and rank at retirement. They must also provide information about their beneficiaries, including their names and Social Security numbers.
Important fields on the form include the applicant's signature, which certifies that the information provided is accurate and complete, and the section for direct deposit information, which is used to ensure that retired pay benefits are deposited directly into the applicant's bank account.
The parties involved in this form are the retired service member and the DoD agency responsible for processing the retired pay benefits.
When compiling the form, it is important to ensure that all required information is included and that the information is accurate and complete. Additional documentation may be required, such as a copy of the applicant's retirement orders or a copy of their marriage certificate if a spouse is listed as a beneficiary.
Examples of application and use cases for DD Form 108 include applying for retired pay benefits upon retirement from military service or applying for a change in the amount of retired pay benefits due to a change in circumstances.
The benefits of using DD Form 108 include standardization of the application process, clear communication of the applicant's personal and military service information, and efficient processing of retired pay benefits. However, challenges and risks may include delays in processing or incorrect or incomplete information on the form.
Related and alternative forms include DD Form 2656, which is used to apply for retired pay benefits under the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), and DD Form 2896-1, which is used to apply for TRICARE, the military health care program.
The main difference between DD Form 108 and these related forms is the specific type of retired pay benefits being applied for. DD Form 108 is used for general retired pay benefits, while the other forms are used for specific types of benefits.
The form affects the future of the participants by ensuring that they receive the retired pay benefits they are entitled to based on their military service. The form is submitted to the DoD agency responsible for processing retired pay benefits and is typically stored electronically in a database or other system.