VA to begin accepting Post-9/11 GI Bill transfers Published July 24, 2009 DENVER -- The Defense Department is now accepting registrations to transfer servicemembers' Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to their spouses or children. To get started, Airmen must get counseling from their education center, said Lt. Gen. Charles Stenner, commander of Air Force Reserve Command, in a letter to commanders. Next, they must have at least four years retainability, unless retirement-eligible, before they can transfer the benefits. Servicing military personnel flights can assist. Then, Airmen must verify family member information in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment System is accurate before attempting to apply to transfer the benefits. Once all of this is complete, Airmen can apply online at www.dmdc.osd.mil/TEB. The site is accessible using a common access card, Defense Department self-service user identification or a Defense Finance and Accounting Service personal identification number. The Post-9/11 GI Bill is available to most Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve members who have served a cumulative of at least 90 days of active duty since Sept. 11, 2001, other than annual or school tours. Defense officials are asking those whose families won't use the benefits for the upcoming fall semester to hold off registering until mid-July so applicants who need immediate attention can get processed first. The most current and accurate information on the new benefit is available at www.gibill.va.gov or by calling 1-888-GIBILL-1. The Department of Defense has a dedicated section on its Web site featuring articles, videos and specific implementation guidance on the Post-9/11 GI Bill, including guidance on transferability of your benefits to family members.