You can complete the DD 2656 1 form online right away using our free PDF editor. No downloads or account required to start. Our tool lets you fill in all required fields, add signatures, and download or print your finished document.
How to Fill Out DD Form 2656-1 Online
Step 1: Click the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to open the form in our online editor.
Step 2: Fill in all required fields carefully. You will need to complete:
- Member section: full name (Last, First, Middle Initial) and Social Security Number
- Former Spouse section: full name, SSN, and mailing address
- Date of marriage and date of divorce or legal separation
- Information about any dependent children, if applicable
Step 3: Complete the remaining fields in the next section of the form.
Pay close attention to the NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial) and Street Address fields. These are the most common sources of errors on the DD 2656 1 form.
Step 4: Both the service member and the former spouse must sign and date the certification section. The form is not valid without both certification signatures.
Step 5: Click "Done" to finalize your document. Download, print, or save the completed form. Submit it to DFAS along with a certified copy of the qualifying court order within the one-year deadline.
Related DD 2656 SBP Forms
Other forms in the DD 2656 series may be required for your Survivor Benefit Plan election:
- DD Form 2656 – Base SBP Data for Payment of Retired Pay
- DD Form 2656-2 – SBP Termination Request
- DD Form 2656-6 – SBP Election Change Certificate
- DD Form 2656-10 – SBP Deemed Election Request