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Inputs
- Monthly basic pay
- Number of leave days to sell
- Estimated withholding rate
Military leave planning
Military Leave Sell-Back Calculator
Estimate gross and after-withholding payment for selling unused military leave based on monthly basic pay.
What it estimates
Results
- Estimated gross payment
- Estimated withholding
- Estimated payment after withholding
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Separation planning
Military leave sell-back calculator
Estimate a lump-sum leave payment using basic pay only. Allowances and special pays are not included in the basic calculation.
Career leave-sale limits and special exceptions apply. Confirm your available balance, eligibility, tax treatment and final payment with your servicing finance office.
Official DFAS leave-payment guidance ↗Last verified: August 12, 2026
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Limits and next steps.
- The basic calculation excludes allowances and special pays.
- Career leave sell-back limits and exceptions may apply.
- Official finance processing determines the actual payment.
Official DFAS leave sell-back FAQ ↗Page last reviewed: August 21, 2026
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