What Is Separation Allowance

The family separation allowance (FSA) provides funds to qualifying service members with dependents to help offset expenses associated with having to maintain two households because of an enforced family separation.

How does family separation allowance work?

Basically, family separation allowance is payable when a military member is forced to be away from his/her dependents for longer than 30 days, due to military orders. … It is payable when a military member is forced to be separated from his/her dependents for longer than 30 days and is a set amount of payment each month.

How much is family separation pay 2020?

FSA is payable at the rate of $250 per month (pro-rated to $8.33 per day for periods less than a month). To apply for FSA, you should submit a completed DD Form 1561, Statement to Substantiate Payment of Family Separation Allowance (FSA), to your servicing personnel office.

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