She has to initiate it and there is no time limit. In order to apply for direct payments under the USFSPA, a former spouse must submit a completed Application for Former Spouse Payments from Retired Pay (DD Form 2293), and a copy of the pertinent court order stating the former spouse’s award or awards that has been certified by the clerk of court. A photocopy of the certified order is acceptable. In order to complete the application, the former spouse may have to submit additional documentation for DFAS to determine whether all requirements, such as 10/10 or jurisdiction, were met. The application must be sent to Garnishment Law Directorate at the Defense Finance Accounting Service (DFAS). The application may be faxed to 877-622-5930 (toll-free) or sent by regular mail to:
DFAS-HGA/CL
Assistant General Counsel for Garnishment Law Directorate
P.O. Box 998002
Cleveland, OH 44199-8002.
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