How Do You Transfer GI Bill Benefits For An Air Force Dependent?
The GI Bill was originally started in 1944 to provide soldiers returning from World War II with educational and readjustment opportunities as they started leading their civilian lives again. The bill has been adjusted over the years as veteran needs have changed. Beginning in August of 2009, veterans were able to transfer their educational rights of the GI Bill to dependents (spouses and children). There are restrictions regarding who can transfer these benefits, as well as who can receive them. Complete the required service time necessary to transfer your benefits. To be eligible to transfer GI Bill benefits, a soldier must have served in the United States Armed Forces for at least six years and agree to serve another four years, have served for at least 10 years and agree to serve for the maximum amount of remaining time under a Department of Defense statute or become eligible for retirement. Enroll your dependents in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System. This system t
