Get Dd 2894 2017-2025

The DD 2894, also known as the designation of beneficiary information form, is essential for military retirees to designate beneficiaries for unpaid retirement pay. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to complete this form online, ensuring that your preferences are accurately recorded.

Follow the steps to comprehensively fill out the DD 2894 online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the document editor.
2. Begin by entering the retired member's name in section 1.a. This should include the last name, followed by the first name and middle initial.
3. In section 2, provide the designated beneficiary information. For each beneficiary, include their full name, Social Security Number (if available), relationship to the retiree, and complete address.
4. Allocate a share percentage for each beneficiary in section 1. Ensure that all share percentages add up to 100% if you have multiple beneficiaries. If you leave this blank, the retirement pay will be divided equally among them.
5. If you choose not to designate any beneficiaries, please fill out section 3 with the information of family members who may be contacted at your death, including their full names, Social Security Numbers, relationships, and addresses.
6. In section 4, make sure to sign and date the form to validate your entries.
7. After completing the form, review all information for accuracy. You can then save changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

Fill out your DD 2894 online today to ensure your beneficiaries are designated accurately.