Deployment & Separation Checklists
Free, savable pre-deployment and transition checklists — legal, financial, family, and administrative tasks to square away before you deploy or separate. Work through each item and save your progress in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do before deploying?
Key pre-deployment tasks include a will and powers of attorney, updating SGLI and beneficiaries, setting up allotments and a family budget, enrolling dependents in DEERS/TRICARE, and a family care plan. This checklist walks through each.
What should I prepare before separating?
Before separation, complete TAP, file your VA claim (BDD) early, get multiple certified DD-214 copies, convert SGLI to VGLI within the deadline, and confirm your final pay and leave — all covered in the transition checklist.