COMDTINST 7220.2A — Military Bonus And Incentive Programs

COMDTINST 7220.2A governs Coast Guard policies and procedures concerning authorization for bonus payments for all enlisted and officer personnel.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 7220.2A
  • Title: MILITARY BONUS AND INCENTIVE PROGRAMS
  • Date: 8/29/2022
  • Proponent: CG-133

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It addresses military bonus programs for active and reserve personnel, including enlisted members, officers, Reservists, and aviation bonuses. It requires Coast Guard command personnel to comply with its policies and updates eligibility and obligated service provisions for several bonuses.

Applies to: This Instruction promulgates bonus and incentive policy applicable to active and reserve personnel.

Topics covered

  • Military bonus programs
  • Officer Aviation Bonus Program
  • Selective Reenlistment Bonus eligibility
  • Critical Skills Training Bonus eligibility
  • SELRES enlistment and affiliation bonuses
  • Blended Retirement System policies

Questions and answers

Who must comply with COMDTINST 7220.2A?

All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chief of headquarter directorates must comply with the policies contained. (paragraph 2)

When may members reenlist to obtain an applicable Selective Reenlistment Bonus?

The eligibility requirements for the Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) have been changed so that members may reenlist at any time within the Fiscal Year (FY) of the member’s current end of enlistment (EOE) for the purpose of obtaining an applicable SRB. (paragraph 3)

Who may apply for the Critical Skills Training Bonus during an offering?

Members who are currently in a Class A School or apprenticeship program during an offering for an applicable Critical Skills Training Bonus (CSTB) are now eligible to apply for the CSTB bonus. (paragraph 3)

What are the obligated service requirements for the SELRES Enlistment Bonus Program?

The obligated service requirements for the SELRES Enlistment Bonus Program have changed to eight years (6 years SELRES, 2 years IRR). (paragraph 3)

How long may certain members remain eligible for the SELRES Affiliation Bonus after affiliation?

Members affiliating in to the Reserve Component and transferring to the IRR due to billet non-availability will now remain eligible for the SELRES Affiliation Bonus for up to nine months after affiliation. (paragraph 3)

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