How to apply for military-related paid family leave

Currently, applications for military-related paid family leave can only be made by calling the Department’s Contact Center at (833) 344-7365. 

You can apply for military-related family leave to:

• Care for a family member who is or was a member of the Armed Forces, National Guard, or Reserves and developed or aggravated a serious health condition while on active duty, or
• Manage family affairs when a family member is on or has been called to active duty while in the armed forces, including the National Guard or Reserves.  

You can apply for these military-related family leave benefits by calling the Department’s Contact Center at (833) 344-7365.

In order to apply for military-related paid family leave, a Contact Center Agent will guide you through the application. You can make the process quicker by gathering your required verification documents before calling the Contact Center.