DAFI36-3034 — Remission Of Indebtedness

DAFI36-3034 governs Air Force and Space Force remission of indebtedness policy, procedures, evaluation standards, and applications.

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  • Publication number: DAFI36-3034
  • Title: REMISSION OF INDEBTEDNESS
  • Date: 2023-01-10

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It establishes the Secretary of the Air Force Remissions Board and assigns authorities for reviewing remission applications and issuing decisions. It sets requirements for application processing, written deliberations, decision notices, appeals, and exceptions to policy.

Applies to: This DAFI applies to uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, United States Space Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • Debt remission applications
  • Remission evaluation standards
  • Secretary of the Air Force Remissions Board
  • Application processing
  • Remission appeals
  • Decision notices
  • Exceptions to policy

Questions and answers

Who may apply for remission of indebtedness under DAFI36-3034?

Any person who incurred a debt on or after October 7, 2001, while serving on active duty in the Air Force or Space Force may apply for remission of indebtedness to the Department of the Air Force. (paragraph 4)

What must happen before applying for debt remission?

The debt must be established and any administrative procedures and appeals regarding the existence, validity, or amount of the debt must have been completed prior to application. (paragraph 4)

When does DAFI36-3034 exclude Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve personnel from remission?

Remission or cancellation of indebtedness is not applicable to Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve personnel performing inactive duty training or active duty for training, except as stated in paragraph 2.1.1. (paragraph 4)

Are SAFRB proceedings open to the public?

SAFRB proceedings are not open to the public. (paragraph 4)

Does SAFRB permit personal appearances by applicants?

SAFRB does not permit personal appearances by, or on behalf of, the applicant. (paragraph 4)

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