Get Cg-5489-1. Remission Application

Filling out the CG-5489-1 Remission Application is an important step for enlisted personnel seeking to address overpayment issues. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions for completing the form online, ensuring that you present your case effectively.

Follow the steps to complete your remission application.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the remission application and open it for editing.
2. Begin by entering your name, using the format Last, First, M.I. in the designated field.
3. Input your EMPLID, unit, and rate/grade information accurately to establish your identity and affiliation.
4. Provide your unit's contact phone number and your marital status by selecting one of the options: Married, Single, or Divorced.
5. Indicate whether you knew or suspected that you were overpaid by selecting 'Yes' or 'No.'
6. Fill in your date of separation and list the months during which you experienced overpayment.
7. Complete your unit address and indicate if your spouse is a military member, providing details as necessary.
8. Enter the number of dependents you have, excluding family members who are active duty.
9. Provide total service and total sea service information in the appropriate fields.
10. Specify the amount of remission requested by indicating the years and months, and ensure you enter the dollar amount clearly.
11. Select the type of overpayment from the provided list, including options like BAH, BAS, FSA, and others.
12. In the description of indebtedness section, explain the situation clearly and concisely, detailing the cause of your debt and any prior communications you had regarding the overpayment.
13. Utilize the enclosure checklist to ensure that all mandatory and applicable items are included, as failure to do so may result in processing delays.
14. Complete the privacy act statement and certify that the information provided is accurate.
15. Nominate a unit point of contact who will remain with the unit for at least three months beyond the submission date.
16. Complete the command endorsement section by selecting the appropriate recommendation regarding your application and providing necessary signatures.
17. Once all information has been entered and reviewed, save the changes made to the form. You can then download, print, or share the form as needed for submission.

Complete your CG-5489-1 Remission Application online today to expedite your request.