Question 1

Leave Accrual

Accepted Answer

You earn 2.5 days per month regardless of rank. Maximum carryover is 60 days at the fiscal year end (October 1). Leave over 60 days is 'use-or-lose' unless you have a Special Leave Accrual exception.

Question 2

Terminal Leave

Accepted Answer

Take your remaining leave before your separation date. You're still on active duty (receiving pay and benefits) but not reporting to work. You can also start a civilian job during terminal leave.

Question 3

Leave Sell-Back

Accepted Answer

At separation or retirement, you can sell back up to 60 days of unused leave at your base pay rate (no allowances). You can only sell back leave once in your career. Terminal leave is often more valuable than sell-back because you continue receiving full pay and allowances.