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TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP)

Are you within 1-2 years of possible separation or retirement? If so, you need to start TAP NOW!!

NDAA policy requires all Title 10 service members begin TAP NLT 365 days prior to anticipated separation or retirement date.

Title 10 orders for 180 days or longer? Starting a MEB? Looking to retire in the next 2 years?

Regardless of your situation, you need to start TAP NLT 365 days prior to your anticipated separation or retirement date.

Please use the TAP resources menu to the right of this page for more helpful information.

TAP RESOURCES

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