Retiree Benefits Introduction
Congratulations, you’re retiring! All those years of service will now be paid back with
extra benefits and programs. As a retiree you are eligible for all the same benefits as any
other veteran or disabled veteran, in addition to the following retiree benefits.
Service members who remain on active duty or serve in the Reserves or Guard for a sufficient
period of time may retire and receive retired pay. Retirees also retain the privilege to use
base facilities, such as the Commissary and gym. Those members who entered Service on or
after August 1, 1986, and who will qualify for an active duty retirement, may choose between two of
the current three systems. Members who become disabled while on duty may be medically retired
and receive a disability retirement. See the Disability Compensation Programs section below for
further details.
Date Last Reviewed: July 2, 2009
