Taking Care of Business

1. Check your driver’s license and vehicle tags to make sure they have not expired. Check on speed limit changes. If you need to renew your vehicle tags you may be eligible for some exemptions.

2. Reactivate your vehicle insurance to reflect your current status, if applicable.  

3. Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) your Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) especially if it has not been used for 1 year or more. 

4. Verify registration in TRICARE for you and your family.  See Benefits page. 

5. Register your Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD214) with your county registrar. 

6. Employment: See Employment page.

• Notify your employer to set up a return date (within 90 days of your return)
• If not employed file for AZ Unemployment insurance.
• Sign up for TAP’s (Transition Assistance Program)
• Contact ESGR Rep for more help in your area 

7. School:  See Education page                                

• Check your status with school
• Investigate ALL your benefits  http://virtualarmory.com 

8. File your AZ military appreciation fund.  Go to http://thankmntroops.org.  You will be eligible to collect a grant for $250 or more. 

9. Notify your creditors that you are no longer eligible for the 6% interest rate.  Creditors may demand the remainder of the unpaid interest amount if you choose not to contact them.

10. Complete your travel voucher with your unit because you are entitled to per diem and other allowances.  Make sure it is done accurately and correctly. 

11. File your state and federal income taxes.  

12. Rescind any Power of Attorney you may have outstanding
     
13.  Ensure any promotions, awards, or re-enlistments are recorded in your permanent 201 file and review your promotion packet.  Review your record on AKO, and in PERMS.

14. Unpack your gear ASAP (as soon as possible) and ensure proper cleaning and serviceability.  Immediately turn in any contraband or sensitive items you may have.

15. To ensure your personal success, adopt a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly.
     
16. Contact your CVSO to set up your dental exam withing 180 days of discharge.