Get Dd Form 2656 5 Fillable

Filling out the DD Form 2656-5 is an important step for Reserve Component members to elect survivor benefits. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions for completing the form online to ensure that your preferences are accurately submitted.

Follow the steps to complete the form successfully.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the DD Form 2656-5 and open it in your preferred digital editor.
2. Complete Section I, Member Information: Enter your last name, first name, middle initial, Social Security number, rank, date of birth, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
3. In Section II, Marital/Dependency Status: Indicate your marital status by selecting 'Yes' or 'No' for being married, and indicate if you have dependent children.
4. Fill out Section III if applicable: Provide your spouse's name, Social Security number, date of birth, and the date of marriage. Include information about any dependent children, if needed.
5. In Section IV, Coverage: Choose one of the options for coverage: Option A (decline until age 60), Option B (deferred annuity), or Option C (immediate annuity).
6. Select the type of coverage in Section 13 based on the beneficiaries: spouse only, spouse and children, children only, former spouse, or insurable interest.
7. In Section V, Level of Coverage: Choose the monthly amount of retired pay you wish to base the survivor annuity on, noting that reductions are not permitted.
8. Complete Section VI if you are electing insurable interest coverage by providing the beneficiary's information.
9. Use Section VII for any additional remarks or to continue any previous item as needed.
10. In Section VIII, Member Signature: Sign and date the form. Make sure your signature is witnessed by someone who is not your spouse or beneficiary.
11. In Section IX, Spoils Concurrence: If applicable, your spouse must consent to the election, providing signature, date, and notarization.
12. After completing the form, save your changes to ensure all information is retained. You can then download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete your electronic documents online to ensure timely submission.