1. Separation Pay
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2. Purpose
Inform certain involuntarily separated TSMs they may be entitled to separation pay

3. Separation pay eligibility amounts are determined by the type of separation Separation Program Designator (SPD) determines members eligible for separation pay.

4. Involuntary Separation Pay
Finished first term of enlistment or period of obligated service
At least six years of service
Separating involuntarily
Not yet eligible for retirement
Not separating under adverse conditions

5. Levels of involuntary separation pay
Full
Honorable discharge, fully qualified for retention
Half
Honorable or General discharge

6. Disqualifying Factors
Choosing not to reenlist
Returning a C-Way quota
Leaving during initial term of enlistment
Eligible for retirement pay
Separation by Court Martial
Separation under other than honorable
Separation for unsatisfactory performance
Separation for misconduct

7. Obligated Service Requirement
Must agree to serve 3 years in the ready reserve in addition to any other remaining service obligations

8. Resources MILPERSMAN 1920-030, 040, 050, 060 NAVADMIN 420/10
BUPERSINST D
DODFMR Vol 7a
Command Pay & Personnel Administrator (CPPA)

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