Get Dd Form 2789

The DD Form 2789 is essential for retirees or retired pay annuitants seeking a waiver of indebtedness owed to the United States government due to overpayment. Completing this form accurately is crucial to ensure timely processing of your waiver request.

Follow the steps to fill out the DD Form 2789 online effectively.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to start the process and access the DD Form 2789 in the document editor.
2. In the first section, mark the type of claim as 'Waiver'. This indicates to the reviewing authority the purpose of your application.
3. Provide your name in the designated format: Last, First, Middle Initial. Ensure that this matches your official identification.
4. Insert your rank or grade if you are a retiree. If you are an annuitant, you may mark 'N/A'.
5. Enter your Social Security Number where requested. This information is needed for identification purposes.
6. Select your agency or service branch. Retirees should mark their branch of service, while annuitants should select 'Other' and specify 'Annuitant'.
7. Indicate your status by marking either 'Retired' with the date of retirement or 'Annuitant' as applicable.
8. Fill in your current mailing address to ensure any correspondence reaches you.
9. Provide details about your place of assignment or employment. This section is not applicable for retirees, so mark 'N/A'.
10. List your work telephone number if it applies, followed by your home or cell telephone number.
11. Include your email address if available, allowing for easier communication.
12. Describe the type of debt or pay and allowance. Include a brief description as noted in your debt notification letter.
13. Input the gross debt amount as mentioned in the debt notification letter. Accurate information here is crucial.
14. State the date you received the debt notification letter and explain how you first became aware of the erroneous payment. Attach a copy of the notification letter.
15. If you were aware of the debt prior, kindly explain any actions taken to correct it or to prevent it from occurring.
16. Detail the reason for requesting the waiver/remission and substantiate why you believe it should be approved.
17. For annuitants, provide the name, Social Security Number, and date of death of the deceased military member or sponsor.
18. Attach copies of all relevant documents that support your application.
19. Confirm whether you received Leave and Earning Statements and whether any correction to military records has been filed.
20. Sign the form to certify that all statements are true and correct and include your job title or career field, as well as the date signed.
21. Review the completed form carefully to confirm all sections are correctly filled before finalizing.
22. Save your changes, then choose to download, print, or share your completed form as needed.

Begin your document submission process by completing the DD Form 2789 online today.