Posted on Mar 4, 2019
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Have a blend of active and reserve time. LES shows 16+ for time in service but my active time is almost 14. Say I want to retire at 20, do I have to serve 20 active and will be paid for 22 total time? Currently active duty and plan to remain active duty.
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SFC Retention Operations Nco
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Yes that's exactly it. You have to serve 20 years active to receive an AD retirement, but you'll be paid for 22 years of service.
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Perfect, thanks!
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Mike Arienti
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I recommend you speak to your S1 and Branch manager and also have a 1506 done on your time ASAP to get it down to the day. However, yes, for AD retirement you'll have to serve 20 years as an AD soldier.
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CPT Judge Advocate
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There is a calculator online that will calculate it and tell you what percentage you will get. usually its on myportal or the such.
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