To be used by civilian employees (current, former, or retired) and military members (active, separated or retired), and annuitants to request waiver of indebtedness collection.
Debt computation: a debt computation must accompany this application. This application will be returned without action if the computation is not included.
Commander's endorsement: required for Space Force, Air Force and Navy active duty and reserves. Optional for all others.
Pay records: please provide copies of all pay records (LES/RAS/AAS, etc.) including 3 pay periods before and after the debt period (if applicable).
Collection: if DFAS does not receive a valid DD Form 2789, the indebtedness will continue to be collected.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | DD Form 2789 |
| Form Length | 6 pages |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 135 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 23 min |
| Edition | FEB 2024 |
| Prescribed by | DOD 1700.14-R |
| Where to send | Active duty military, Guard/Reserve, retired or annuitant pay recipients, civilian employees: the address listed on the debt notification letter |
| Other names | DD 2789, DD2789, DD-2789, DD Form 2789, Form 2789, Waiver/Remission of Indebtedness Application, waiver of indebtedness |
| Official source | DD Form 2789 (Rev FEB 2024), Department of Defense |
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