DD Form 2498 Report of Dependents of Active Duty Military Personnel and of U.S. Citizen Civilian Employees

What Is DD Form 2498?

This is a form that was released by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) on September 1, 1999. The form, often mistakenly referred to as the DA Form 2498 , is a military form used by and within the U.S. Army. As of today, no separate instructions for the form are provided by the DoD.

FAQ

Q: What is the DD Form 2498?
A: DD Form 2498 is a form used to report dependents of active duty military personnel and U.S. citizen civilian employees.

Q: Who uses DD Form 2498?
A: DD Form 2498 is used by active duty military personnel and U.S. citizen civilian employees.

Q: What is the purpose of DD Form 2498?
A: The purpose of DD Form 2498 is to report dependents of active duty military personnel and U.S. citizen civilian employees.

Q: Are active duty military personnel required to fill out DD Form 2498?
A: Yes, active duty military personnel are required to fill out DD Form 2498 to report their dependents.

Q: Are U.S. citizen civilian employees required to fill out DD Form 2498?
A: Yes, U.S. citizen civilian employees are required to fill out DD Form 2498 to report their dependents.

Q: What information is required on DD Form 2498?
A: DD Form 2498 requires information about the dependent, such as their name, relationship to the service member or employee, and their date of birth.

Q: Can I submit a hard copy of DD Form 2498?
A: Yes, a hard copy of DD Form 2498 can be submitted to the appropriate military or civilian personnel office.

Q: Is DD Form 2498 used for medical benefits?
A: No, DD Form 2498 is not used for determining medical benefits. It is used primarily for administrative purposes.