Follow these steps to complete the AF IMT 125 correctly and avoid delays in your Extended Active Duty application.
Step 1: Verify Your Eligibility
Before filling out the AF IMT 125 form, confirm you meet the eligibility requirements. You must be an active duty Air Force member with a pending separation or retirement date. Reserve and Guard members applying through programs such as Palace Chase or Palace Front should review the applicable program requirements with their unit commander before submitting.
Step 2: Gather Required Information
Have the following ready before you begin:
- Your full legal name, Social Security Number, grade, and AFSC
- Dates and locations of all prior active duty service
- Educational credentials (degree type, institution, graduation date)
- Desired duty assignment locations (up to three preferences)
- Overseas duty history and any deployment restrictions
Step 3: Complete Each Section Carefully
Work through the AF IMT 125 in order. Do not leave any field blank. If a section does not apply to you, write "N/A." Review the entire form before signing the certification block at the bottom. Your signature certifies that all information is accurate and complete.
Step 4: Route Through Your Chain of Command
Submit the completed form to your unit commander or personnel office. They will review the application and forward it to AFPC for a final determination. AFPC will notify you of the decision based on current Air Force manning needs and your individual qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AF IMT 125 form used for?
The AF IMT 125 form is used by Air Force members to apply for Extended Active Duty. It documents an applicant's qualifications, service history, and assignment preferences for AFPC to review.
Who needs to fill out the AF IMT 125?
Any active duty, Reserve, or Guard Air Force member applying for Extended Active Duty must complete this form. Programs that require it include Palace Chase, Palace Front, and voluntary recall to active duty.
Where can I download the AF IMT 125 form?
You can fill out and download the AF IMT 125 form for free using the FormsPal editor above. The official version is also available through the Air Force e-Publishing website.
What happens after I submit the AF IMT 125?
Your chain of command reviews the form and forwards it to the Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC). AFPC makes the final determination based on Air Force manning requirements and your qualifications. Processing times vary by program and current force needs.
For related Air Force administrative forms, see the AF IMT 100, AF IMT 1048, and AF IMT 174 pages on FormsPal.