Latest "Special Leave Accrual" stories

Troops’ corrected leave balances will show up in October, DFAS says

Incorrect leave balances were posted due to a DFAS system change to implement a law that reduces the special leave accrual cap.

By Karen Jowers

2 months ago

Troops: Check new ‘use it or lose it’ rules to avoid forfeiting leave

Some troops could lose accrued leave after Sept. 30.

By Karen Jowers

3 months ago

Sailors could lose time off under special leave accrual policy changes

Sailors could lose time off they earned during the COVID-19 pandemic — if they don’t use it before the end of September.

By Diana Stancy Correll

4 months ago

Need a break? Air Force offers 2 months of extra leave valid for three years

The military wants to give people more opportunities to take a break after a stressful and unusual year.

By Rachel S. Cohen

2 years ago

Here’s how sailors can use their special leave accrual through September 2023

Sailors who earned additional leave between March 11 and Sept. 30 can save up to 120 days in leave and have until Sept. 30, 2023, to use it.

By Diana Stancy Correll

3 years ago

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