Here are a few pointers concerning foreign citizenship and retired pay:
- Retired officers & retired enlisted may not voluntarily renounce U.S. citizenship
- Will result in loss of retired pay
- Dual citizenship is permissible
- Retired officers & retired enlisted may not serve in a foreign military service
- May result in loss of retired pay
- Exception for newly democratized nations
Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP)
If a retiree renounces U.S. citizenship, they will forfeit retired pay, but are still eligible for the Survivor Benefit Plan, provided the following conditions:
- At the time of renouncement, the deductions were being made
- The member continues to make payments (direct contributions) to the U.S. Treasury.
