Leave & Use-or-Lose

Project your military leave balance to the end of the fiscal year and see how many days you’ll lose to the 60-day “use or lose” cap. Enter your current balance, months left, and planned leave to plan before you forfeit any.

Frequently asked questions

How much leave do I lose at the end of the year?

Active-duty members can carry a maximum of 60 days into the new fiscal year. Anything above 60 on September 30 is forfeited unless you have approved Special Leave Accrual.

How much leave do I earn each month?

You accrue 2.5 days of leave per month — 30 days per year.

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