How do I get my W2 from retired military?
James Craig
Published Feb 24, 2026
If you’ve separated within 13 months, you can login to your myPay account to get your W2. If you can’t access your myPay account, you can submit a tax statement request via askDFAS and we’ll mail you a hard copy.
Does the military send out W2?
Tax statements (W-2, 1095-B, etc.) are provided in your myPay account as they are released each January.
How do I get my old military pay stubs?
How can I get copies of my old Leave and Earning Statements (LES)? Active Army Service Members: Your LES’s for the past 12 months are available on myPay. Copies of an LES greater than one year old should be requested from your servicing finance office.
Do retirees get a W-2?
Like the W-2 you receive when you’re employed, retirees have their own version of income reported to the IRS. This is a tax form called a 1099-R. Also like a W-2, the 1099-R is released annually after the end of each year you collect retirement income.
How do I access myPay after retirement?
You can continue to access myPay using the Login ID and Password established when you were on Active/Reserve duty. Your retired pay account will be visible (in addition to your active/reserve pay account) once it has been established, generally, on the 2nd of the month following your first retired pay paydate.
How do I get my W-2 as a veteran?
Get your military W-2 form by submitting a request from the myPay Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) website. You’ll need your Social Security number and personal identification number (PIN) to access your account. Follow the “Taxes” link to view and obtain your military W-2.
Where can I Find my W-2 for the military?
For Active/Reserve Military: You may view, print and save your W-2 Wage and Tax Statement online. You may access your W-2 from the “Main Menu” by clicking on the Tax Statement (W-2) option.
What to do if you don’t get your W-2 form?
Your tax return is normally due on or before April 18, 2016. Use Form 4852, Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, if you don’t get your W-2 in time to file. Estimate your wages and taxes withheld as best as you can.
What happens if you dont have a code D on your W2?
Please look at the hard copy of your W2 to see if its there. If your income is low enough, the code D amount could give you a small Saver’s Credit on your return. If you don’t have a code D, report back to your employer for a corrected W2.
How to get a W-2 after separation from the Army?
Army members who separated from the service with a debt requiring a W-2 should call 1-800-962-0648. Air Force: For active duty, call your former payroll office first. If you need further assistance, call 1-888-332-7411. Navy: If you are unable to contact your local military pay office call 1-888-332-7411.