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Table of Contents:
Setting up your browser
Trying to get connected After getting to the site System Privacy System Security System Availability About myPay Login ID About your myPay Password and Personal Identification Number (PIN) On-Screen Keyboard Limited Access Password Email Addresses Assistance/customer support LES or Pay statement display and delivery Tax statements Printer Friendly Version Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Direct Deposit Savings Bonds State Taxes Travel Advice of Payment (AOP) Savings Deposit Program Non-myPay applications Program Logging Into myPay Using the On-Screen Keyboard Without a Mouse Printing and Saving your LES without Using a Mouse SmartDocs notifications myPay Mobile SmartCard Login Setting up your browser1) Which browsers can I use to access this site?
2) Can I use the browser provided by My Internet Service Provider?
If you are using a web browser provided by your Internet service provider
or on-line service, you might not be able to use the full security capabilities
of myPay. (Examples of service providers are America On-Line, CompuServe, and The
Microsoft Network.)
We recommend that you use the official Microsoft Internet Explorer, available from www.microsoft.com. myPay only supports browsers with JavaScript and strong encryption enabled. 3) What is 128-bit encryption?
In order to use the myPay website, you must use a web browser that
supports Secure Socket Layers (SSL) protocol with 128-bit encryption software (strong
encryption) and JavaScript enabled. This prevents information from being read by
others on the Internet while it is being transmitted between your web browser and
the myPay website. 128-bit encryption is the highest level of encryption available.
4) How do I know if I have 128-bit encryption?
Because browsers vary, you should see your system administrator, check
the manual, use the help option, or call/e-mail your browser vendor's technical
support group to verify that you have 128-bit encryption.
5) Where can I get a 128 bit browser? 6) How do I enable JavaScript?
Since directions for enabling JavaScript vary across browsers, you
should see your system administrator, check the manual, use the help option, or
call/e-mail your browser vendor's technical support group for instructions and support
in enabling JavaScript.
7) What is cache (or caching)?
Browsers can automatically store/save (cache) pages displayed on your
monitor to your hard drive. Caching (automatically saving pages to your hard drive)
can allow others to see your personal information if they have access to your machine.
When you are operating in the SSL mode, some browsers allow you to set the cache
to be cleared (deleted) upon exiting the browser. If possible, you should set the
cache to be cleared upon exiting the browser when using myPay.
8) How do I set the browser cache to clear upon exiting?
Since directions for clearing the cache vary across browsers, you
should see your system administrator, check the manual, use the help option, or
call/e-mail your browser vendor's technical support group for instructions and support
in setting the browser cache to clear upon exiting. Caching cannot be disabled in
every browser, and disabling the caching feature may prevent you from printing your
LES.
Trying to get connected9) How do I access myPay? If you do not have a myPay Password proceed to FAQ # 34 for instructions on how to obtain a myPay Password.
You can use the Internet to access myPay at:
For additional information or assistance, contact the DFAS Centralized Customer Support Unit toll free at 1-888-DFAS411 or 1-888-332-7411, or call commercial at (216) 522-5096, or use the Defense Switching Network (DSN) at 580-5096. The Customer Support Unit is available Monday through Friday, from 7:00 A.M. till 6:00 P.M. Eastern Standard time. You may also contact your customer service representative (see FAQ # 33). 10) Why do I keep getting a "Domain Not Found" error?
Check that you are typing
https://mypay.dfas.mil/ for the URL (location). Also, there could be
a problem with the domain service or the connection link you are using.
After getting to the site11) What do I do with Pop-Up Blockers? Internet Explorer browser users can eliminate the pop-up blocker problem by following these steps.
1. Click on the "Tools" menu
2. Click on "Internet Options" 3. Click the "Security" tab 4. Click the "Trusted Sites" icon 5. Click the "Sites" button 6. Copy https://mypay.dfas.mil into the Add this web site to the zone field 7. Click the "ADD" button 8. Click the "OK" button Mozilla browser users can eliminate the pop-up blocker problem by following these steps.
1. Click on the "Tools" menu
2. Choose "Options" 3. Click on the "Web Features" category 4. Click "Add Site" 5. Copy https://mypay.dfas.mil into the "Add Web Site" field You can also temporarily disable some pop-up blockers by holding down the CTRL key while you click on the GO button. This will usually disable most pop-up blockers. 12) Why isn't my pay system accessible?
First, verify that your pay system is available (see FAQ #34). If
your pay system is available but is still not listed your account may not be on-line
due to account maintenance, recent transfer or retirement.
13) Why can't I enter my full Social Security Number(SSN)?
Dashes and special characters are not allowed. Type only the numbers
in your Social Security Number.
NOTE: If you are using special interpretive software, such as a screen reader, you should set the special software to read forms ("forms mode"). If you do not have "forms mode" turned on, you may not be able to change data items in the myPay on-line forms. For some software, you can turn "forms mode" on by pressing the ENTER or RETURN key. Check your software's on-line help for instructions. System Privacy14) How private is my data in myPay? In order to protect our customer’s privacy, myPay masks Passwords. myPay also masks the first five positions of the SSN on the display and print of pay account statements and travel vouchers. The advantage of using the On-Screen Keyboard, with keys that display in random order each time you log on, is that others are deterred from learning your Password.
Privacy Act Statement: The information you
provide to the myPay system is covered by the Privacy Act of 1974. To receive a
copy of the Privacy Act Statement for the actions you enter into the system, please
see your Local Finance Office or your Customer Service Representative.
AUTHORITY: Title 5 U.S.C. Chapters 53, 55 and 81; Title 10 U.S.C. Chapters 11, 61-73; Title 37 U.S.C.; GAO Manual for Guidance of Federal Agencies, Title 6, Chapter 4, para. 4.2.B.2; and E.O. 9397 PRINCIPAL PURPOSES: Information is collected to allow Army, Navy and Air Force active and reserve military paid by the Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS); active and reserve Marines paid by the Marine Corps Total Force System (MCTFS); civilians paid by the Defense Civilian Pay System (DCPS); and retirees/annuitants paid by the Defense Retiree/Annuitant Pay System (DRAS) to execute changes to certain payroll information and to validate the employee in the event he/she needs to reestablish a Password. ROUTINE USES: Payroll data will be disclosed to financial institutions or other entities as designated by the employee to receive such information. DISCLOSURE: Voluntary. However, if the employee fails to provide the information requested, DFAS will not be able to process the request. DFAS is authorized to collect and use this information based on the myPay Privacy Act systems notice that is published in the Federal Register, (71 FR 34898, June 16, 2006). The system identifier is T 7336. System Security15) How secure is my data on myPay? This is a Department of Defense (DOD) computer system. This computer system, which includes all related equipment, software, networks, and network devices, is provided only for official U.S. Government business. DOD computer systems may be monitored by authorized personnel to ensure that their use is authorized to manage the system, to facilitate protection against unauthorized access, and to verify security procedures. During these activities, information stored on this system may be examined, copied and used for authorized security purposes, and data or programs may be placed into this system. Use of this or any other DOD interest computer system constitutes consent to monitoring at all times. The unique combination of Login ID, Password / PIN used to access myPay makes myPay as secure as using an automated teller machine (ATM) at a bank. myPay users must use a browser with Secure Socket Layers (SSL) protocol with 128-bit encryption software (strong encryption). This combination prevents information from being retrieved by someone else while it is being transmitted. While myPay uses a variety of security features to protect your data in our system, it is also important that you do everything you can to protect data from being compromised or captured on your computer, especially when using personal computers at home. Here are several things you should consider to protect your data not only when using myPay, but any electronic commerce activity (e.g. on-line banking, credit card purchases, etc.): 1. Install operating system and application software (e.g. Internet Explorer) updates regularly. Many of these updates are issued to fix security problems which have been identified.
2. Install and use anti-virus software and personal firewalls. Keep
this software updated. The correct use of these programs can help protect your system
from being compromised by malicious software (e.g. software which can capture information
processed on your computer, etc). The DOD CERT makes this type of software available
for DOD active employees (military and civilian) at:
a.www.jtfgno.mil
(This link can only be used from a Department of Defense computer)
3. Do not store your various User-IDs and passwords in files on your
computer. If someone gains access to your computer this is the type of information
they look for and would aid them in accessing your account.
4. After using your browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, etc) to access
a site where you process sensitive information (e.g. myPay, your bank account, etc.)
close all of your browser windows and restart a new browser session. Sometimes the
browser can hold that information in memory (e.g. cache, etc) and some web sites
know where to look to find it.
5. Be very careful when installing software that gives others access
to your computer. Remote service software or peer-to-peer software used for file
sharing can create unintended openings into your computer that outsiders can use
if the software is not configured correctly.
System Availability16) myPay has periods of unavailability due to scheduled DFAS pay system maintenance windows, as shown below. All times are Eastern Time.
17) Where can I find more information about the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)? You can access the DFAS web page at: www.dfas.mil for more information. About myPay18) What is myPay?
myPay is an innovative, automated system that puts you in control
of processing certain discretionary pay data items without using paper forms. You
can also get your pay and tax statements, and travel advice of payment using myPay.
19) Why should I use myPay?
myPay saves time - myPay eliminates the need to write letters or fillout
forms by letting you make your own changes immediately with user-friendly technology.
myPay is convenient - You can access myPay nearly 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to change or review your current information, or to check your most recent pay statement. myPay is reliable - myPay has the same procedural checks for accuracy as our paper forms. 20) When is myPay available?
myPay is available nearly 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Refer to
FAQ #16 for the exceptions to this availability.
21) Which personnel and pay changes can I make using myPay?
You can change a variety of discretionary payroll items. You can get
a current list of the items you can change from myPay, your servicing payroll office,
or your customer service representative.
22) When will my changes be effective?
Upon completion and acceptance of a change, myPay will display a "NO
LATER THAN" date. Your change will be effective on or before the date myPay displays.
Annuitants, Military (all services & components), Civilians and Retirees: You can verify the change to your account by accessing myPay three to seven business days after you make the change, or by contacting your customer service representative. 23) How will I know that my change was made?
In keeping with government streamlining efforts and to reduce the
use of paper, myPay takes advantage of existing technology and is paperless, so
you will not receive any written confirmation. However, myPay displays a
"NO LATER THAN" date before and after your change is accepted.
Any change you make to your account should be posted no later than this date. You
must receive this notification message to ensure that your action has been accepted.
If your change does not appear on your account by then, contact your customer service
representative. If you have a registered email address, an email notification will
be sent when the transaction is sent to your pay system for processing.
Military (Active and Reserve), and Civilians: You may check your Leave and Earnings Statement(LES) to verify that your change was processed. Annuitants: You will receive a pay statement in the mail each time you make a change to your account. Retirees: If you make a change to your allotments or federal tax withholding amount, you will receive a Retiree Account Statement (RAS) in the mail reflecting the change in your net pay unless you have elected to receive your RAS electronically. 24) Reserved for future use. 25) I am in a tax exempt status. How does this affect changes I wish to make to my federal taxes?
Civilians: If you filed a W-4 to be in a
tax-exempt status, you are not allowed to make federal tax changes.
All Military Members except for Midshipmen and Retirees: With the exception of special statuses, you are allowed to make federal tax exemption changes using myPay. 26) I entered an amount in the federal tax additional withholding amount block. How much money will actually be deducted from my pay each payday?
Civilians, Marines, Annuitants, and Retirees: The amount that will be deducted
each pay period will be the additional amount entered in addition to the tax withholding
based on your current filing status (marital status and exemptions).
Reserve/Guard: The amount you entered will be deducted from each drill or day of active duty. Active Duty Army, Navy and Air Force (including Cadets): The amount you enter will be deducted each month, (one-half each pay day if you have two pay days per month) in addition to the tax withholding based on your current filing status (marital status and exemptions). Former Spouse, Army Cadets / Navy Midshipmen, and Non-Appropriated Fund Civilians: Do not have the Federal Withholding option in myPay. 27) Can I change my financial allotments?
All Active Military Members, Military Retirees,
and Civilians: You can change your direct deposit financial allotments using
myPay.
Warning: Court /support agencies require a case number for payment transactions. You cannot enter a case number and additional information using myPay. Please see your service payroll representative to change any court ordered child/alimony support payments. Reserve/Guard, Annuitants, Former Spouse and Cadets/Midshipmen: This option does not apply to you. 28) Is there a maximum amount for my financial allotments (including new allotments and increases)?
myPay allows eligible employees/members to start or increase a financial
allotment for any amount as long as it does not exceed the amount of available net
pay.
Civilian employees should determine their net pay amount before starting
any allotments to ensure that existing allotments are not affected by any new allotments.
29) How many financial allotments can I start?
Active Duty Members and Retirees: You are
limited by DoD regulations in the number of allotments that you can start. The maximum
is six financial allotments, two of which can be savings allotments. (Marine Corps
members can have up to six savings allotments.)
Warning: Court /support agencies require a case number for payment transactions. You cannot enter a case number and additional information using myPay. Please see your service payroll representative to start any court ordered child/alimony support payments. Civilians: myPay will allow you to start a maximum of eight financial allotments. Reserve/Guard, Annuitants, Former Spouse and Cadets/Midshipmen: This option does not apply to you. 30) What should I do if I find out the change I made on myPay was incorrect or was not the change that I wanted to make?
Any changes you make using myPay can be corrected using myPay at any
time. Please submit your change only once. The change will post according to your
pay system's update schedule.
31) What information do I need to be able to use myPay?
The first time you access myPay you will still need to enter your
Social Security Number (SSN) or Login ID and PIN. You will be prompted to create
a Login ID (if you are using your SSN) and a Password. The Login ID and Password
will be entered on the home page. You may use an On-Screen Keyboard for additional
security. Depending on what you want to do in myPay, you may need additional information.
When a military member retires or transfers to the reserves, the retiree or reserve member may continue to use the same Password that they used while on active duty to access their myPay retired or reserve pay account information. Login ID32) What is my Login ID?
Your Login ID will be 6-129 positions of your choosing, containing
letters, numbers, and certain special characters. The Login ID will not be masked.
You might want to use your email address for your Login ID or some other combination
of characters that you will remember.
You cannot use 9 numbers for the Login ID.
The Login ID may not contain spaces. The Login ID must not be less than 6 characters and no more than 129 characters. For a Login ID using an email address, the email address can be no more than 129 positions. You will not be allowed to use the same Login ID that someone else is using. The Login ID may contain alphabetic (letters) and/or numeric characters and may also contain the following special characters: @ (at sign) _ (underscore) - (dash) . (Period) ' (apostrophe) If you were given a Limited Access Password by a myPay customer, you will also be provided your own Login ID from the myPay customer once they have established one for you. If you create a Login ID and exit the system before creating a new Password, you must request a new Password before you can proceed. You may obtain a temporary Password by clicking on the hyperlink “Forgot or Need a Password ” on the myPay home page. You must use the new temporary Password to access myPay to create your own Password. 33) What can I do if I forget my Login ID?
There is a “Forgot Your Login ID" link on the home page. When you
click on it you will be provided instructions to retrieve your Login ID. You will
be asked to enter your previously registered email address and Social Security Number
and then your Login ID will be emailed to you. If you do not have a registered email
address, you will be asked for your Social Security Number and Password.
About your myPay Password34) How do I get a Password?
35) What may I use for a Password?
36) Can I change my Password or PIN?
Yes. You can change your Password or PIN at any time. Click on the
Personal Settings page for the Change Password and Change PIN options.
On-Screen Keyboard
37) What is an On-Screen Keyboard?
The On-Screen Keyboard is one of many Security features myPay has introduced to protect your data in our system. The advantage of using the On-Screen Keyboard, with keys that display in random order each time you log on, is that others are deterred from learning your Password. When Java-Script is enabled, each time you arrive at myPay and enter your Login ID, you will be presented with the option to use the On-Screen Keyboard to enter your Password. You’ll use your mouse with the On-Screen Keyboard to enter the characters contained in your Password. To log in to myPay using the On-Screen Keyboard with a mouse:
1. Type your Login ID under Account Access on the myPay Home Page
and click on On-Screen Keyboard hyperlink.
2. Next, click on the appropriate numbers, letters and special characters of your Password using the On-Screen Keyboard. Your Password will be masked in the text box. When you have finished, click the "Accept/Submit" button. 3. If you enter an incorrect number, letter or special character using the On-Screen Keyboard, click on the On-Screen Keyboard Backspace button to erase the last position entered. If you want to clear all the numbers/letters/special characters that you have entered, click on the Clear button on the On-Screen Keyboard. You can also tab to the On-Screen Keyboard Backspace button or Clear button and select the button by pressing the space bar. If the On-Screen Keyboard is not visible on the home page, please try the following steps:
1. Go to the Internet Browser Tool Bar
2. Select TOOLS 3. Click on INTERNET OPTIONS 4. Click on GENERAL TAB 5. At Temporary Internet Files Section, Click on DELETE FILE (a new box appears) 6. Click on DELETE ALL OFFLINE CONTENT 7. Click on OK (this step clears cached memory and removes all old internet files) 8. From the Internet Browser’s Tool Bar, Click on TOOLS 9. Click on INTERNET OPTIONS 10. Click on the ADVANCED TAB 11. Scroll down to SECURITY 12. Check the option to EMPTY TEMPORARY INTERNET FILES FOLDER when browser is closed. 13. Click on OK 14. Close the browser 15. Now reopen the browser and the On-Screen Keyboard will appear. Limited Access Password38) What is a Limited Access Password?The Limited Access Password (formerly known as the Restricted Access PIN) may be given to one or multiple individuals along with a Login ID to view your pay and tax statements without allowing them to create any pay changes. You may establish a Limited Access Password and Login ID by clicking on the Personal Settings Page option on the main menu, then selecting the Limited Access option. You may delete users' Limited Access at any time. If the user suspends their Limited Access Password you must establish a new Limited Access Password and provide that new Password to the user. Your Social Security Number may no longer be used as a Login ID. The Limited Access Login ID must not match your Login ID. The other requirements for a Limited Access Login ID are the same as for your Login ID. The requirements for the Limited Access Password are the same as for your Password except that the Limited Access Password cannot match either your Login ID or the Limited Access Login ID. Email Addresses40) Why am I prompted to review my email address?You will be prompted to review your email address(es) yearly so that we know your email address is correct. DFAS strives to notify customers of issues related to your pay account and most importantly we want to be able to send you a password if you need your password reset. We have a workplace email address on file for you that cannot be used because it was registered to you in error by your email administrator. Please contact your Email Administrator if you have questions and to correct your email address. You may select Email Address on the Main Menu to review the email addresses and providers of those addresses that we have on file for you If you are a Veterans Affairs employee and your email address is incorrect, you will need to contact your local Human Resources office and they will update your email address. If you have an email address that is USMC.mil, AF.mil, or Navy.mil, Army.mil or DFAS.mil, you may also add a valid .mil workplace email address as your personal email address if it is not posted to your myPay account. If your workplace email address is invalid or already in use:
Assistance/customer support42) What kind of help does the DFAS Centralized Customer Support Unit provide?
For problems using myPay, or with your myPay PIN, contact the DFAS
Centralized Customer Support Unit toll-free at 1-888-DFAS411 or 1-888-332-7411 or
commercial at (216) 522-5096 or Defense Switching Network (DSN) at
580-5096. This support line is available Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 6:00
P.M. Eastern Standard Time.
The Centralized Customer Support Unit can provide assistance on how to use the options available to you in myPay. The Centralized Customer Support Unit will also provide support for establishing and changing your PIN. For ALL other payroll information please contact your servicing pay office or your customer service representatives. 43) Who can help me with my pay account?
Questions concerning SPECIFIC PAY ACCOUNT INFORMATION should be directed
to the servicing payroll office or to your normal customer service representative
as follows:
Travel voucher status is available at 1-888-332-7366 (option 1) or
DSN 699-0300 for OCONUS travelers.
Military Retirees that are in a non-pay status due to a VA Waiver or Combat Pay can still access myPay but will have limited options available. Questions should be referred to the customer service previously listed. LES or Pay Statement display and delivery44) May I view and print my Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) or Pay Statement on-line? All Active/Reserve Military and Civilians: You can view and print your Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) on-line. You may access your LES from the "Main Menu" by clicking on the Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) option. If you have trouble reading the graphic version of your LES, you can click on the "Text Version" link. The text version of your LES lists all your LES pay data items in a single column. Your LESs will remain available for a temporary period of time after your separation. For Non Appropriated Fund employees: Your last 26 LESs will remain available until they have cycled off through normal monthly updates. For Army, Navy and Air Force (Active): Your last 12 LESs will remain available until they have cycled off through normal monthly updates, or you have separated from military service. For Army, Navy, and Air Force (Reserve): Your LESs for the last 13 months will remain available until they have cycled off through normal monthly updates. For Marines (Active and Reserve): Your last 12 LESs will remain available until they have cycled off through normal monthly updates. For Civilians: Your last 26 LESs will remain available until they have cycled off through normal pay period updates. Annuitants and Retired Military: You can view and print your account statements on-line. If you have trouble reading the graphic version of your account statement, you can click on the "Text Version" link. The text version of your account statement lists all of your pay data items information in a single column. Former Spouses: You can view and print your Pay Statements on-line. You may access your Pay Statement from the “Main Menu” by clicking on the Payment Information option. If you have trouble reading the graphic version of your Pay Statement, you can click on the “Text Version” link. The text version of your Pay Statement lists all of your pay data items information in a single column. 45) Will I continue to receive my hard copy Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) or Pay statement? Service or Agency Policy will determine if delivery of your hard copy Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) or pay statement will remain the same. However, if you like viewing and printing your LES electronically, you can use myPay to stop the delivery of your hard copy LES or pay statement. (Not available for Former Spouses) 46) How do I stop delivery of my hard copy LES or Pay statement?
47) Once I have elected to stop hard copy delivery, can I start it back up later? Yes. Using the same process described above, you can re-start the hard copy delivery of your LES or pay statement. Service or Agency Policy will determine if delivery of your hard copy Leave and Earnings Statement or pay statement will resume. 48) Can I print my LES or Pay Statement? Yes. There are instructions under Help on how to print your LES or Pay Statement. 49) I am having problems printing my LES or Pay Statement. What should I do? We recommend that you select the Printer Friendly Version of your LES if you desire to print or save your LES. It requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. Often, Acrobat Reader is already added to web browsers. If you don't have Adobe Reader and applicable security policies allow you to install it, it can be downloaded at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readermain.html. If you prefer the HTML version, you can print it. However, you may have to make adjustments to your margins in your browser Page Setup for optimal printing of the HTML version. If your LES or Pay Statement is cut off at any margin, go to the myPay Home Page to adjust the margins of your browser. Once the myPay Home Page is opened, access the "File" dropdown menu and select "Page Setup". Within the "Page Setup" window, adjust the left and right margins to .25 inches and the top and bottom margins to .5 inches. If that does not solve the problem, click on the View menu, Select "Text Size", and click on medium. If you continue to have the problem after following the above instructions, click on the Tools menu, select "Internet Options", click the General Tab, click the Fonts button, select "Latin Based", select "Arial Narrow" or "New Times Roman" and click OK and click OK. For all other printing issues, please contact the DFAS Centralized Customer Support Unit toll free at 1-888-DFAS411 or 1-888-332-7411, or commercial at (216) 522-5096, or Defense Switching Network (DSN) at 580-5096. 50) Can I save my LES or Pay Statement as a file on a disk, instead of printing it? We recommend that you select the Printer Friendly Version of your LES if you desire to print or save your LES. It requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. Often, Acrobat Reader is already added to web browsers. If you don't have Adobe Reader and applicable security policies allow you to install it, it can be downloaded at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readermain.html. If you prefer the HTML version and you are using Internet Explorer version 5.0 or higher, you can save your LES or Pay Statement as an HTML file on a disk or your hard drive by using the Save Option button displayed above your LES or Pay Statement. Follow the screen instructions displayed by your browser. Tax statements51) May I view and print my tax statement on-line?
This option is available to view and print your tax statements. For Active/Reserve Military: You may view, print and save your W-2 Wage and Tax Statement on-line. You may access your W-2 from the “Main Menu” by clicking on the Tax Statement (W-2) option. If you have trouble reading the graphic version of your W-2, you can click on the “Text Version” link. The text version of your W-2 lists all your W-2 data items in a single column. Army Active, Army Reserve and Army Guard soldiers are able to view, print and save their Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) tax statements on myPay. Annuitants: You can view, print and save your tax statement. The tax statement displayed on myPay is the end of year tax statement. Additionally, if the tax statement displayed is incorrect, please contact your customer service representative. For Civilians: You can view, print and save your tax statement. The tax statement displayed on myPay is the end of year tax statement. Additionally, if the tax statement displayed is incorrect, please see your customer service representative. Non Appropriated Fund employees: You can view, print and save your tax statement. You may access your W-2 from the “Main Menu” by clicking on the Tax Statement (W-2) option. Any corrected tax statements issued will not be reflected in myPay. Additionally, if the tax statement displayed is incorrect, please see your installation representative Retirees: You can view, print and save your tax statements. The tax statement displayed on myPay is the end of year tax statement. Additionally, if the tax statement displayed is incorrect, please contact your customer service representative. All We recommend you use the Printer Friendly version of your tax statement. For Printer Friendly information, please see FAQ # 54. If Acrobat Reader is not available to you or you prefer HTML, you can print the HTML version of your tax statement. Follow these instructions. The appearance of the tax statement varies according to the Browser used and your PC's resolution. You will have to adjust your Page Setup for the best printing results. For Internet Explorer, begin with setting the Top and Bottom margins at ".50" inches and the Right and Left margins at ".25" inches. For printing the W-2C on Internet Explorer, begin with setting the Top and Bottom margins at ".80" inches and the Right and Left margins at ".25" inches. For Internet Explorer if you see a URL, page number, etc. on your printed copy, use Page Setup to clear out the Header and Footer information. Most Browser defaults are set to capture this information so that when an individual prints from the Internet, they will know where the printed data came from. Finally, if you do not want to print the "Back" and "Print" buttons on an extra page, count the number of W-2/W-2C Forms displayed. For every 2 forms displayed there will be one print page. Example, if you have 4 W-2 Forms displayed, the current setup will print 2 on page 1, 2 on page 2, and the Buttons on page 3. So if you set the print range to print only pages 1 through 2, you save a page that contains only the 2 buttons. Before filing your tax return, carefully separate the copies printed on a single page. When filing your tax return, you are not required to include/send the instructions on the back of the tax statement. For all other printing issues, please contact the DFAS Centralized Customer Support Unit toll free at 1-888-DFAS411 or 1-888-332-7411, or commercial at (216) 522-5096, or Defense Switching Network (DSN) at 580-5096. You will be able to access myPay and view your W-2 for one (1) year after you are no longer in a pay status or separated. 52) How do I stop delivery of my hard copy W-2?
Most users have the option on the Tax Statement screen as well as
on the main menu. Exceptions are Annuitants, Savings Deposit Program and Army Student
Loan Repayment Program participants, and Travel/Miscellaneous W-2 recipients, for
whom there is no option to turn on/off hard copies. 53) Once I have elected to stop hard copy of delivery of my W-2, can I start it back up later?
Annually during the period December 1 through January 31, no change
can be made to the W-2 delivery method. Using the same process described above,
you can make changes to the W-2 delivery method outside of the above "no change"
period.
Printer Friendly Version54) How do I use the Printer Friendly Versions for my account and tax statements?We recommend that you use the Printer Friendly Version of your account and tax statements. The Printer Friendly Version of your account and tax statements is available by clicking the "Printer Friendly" button. It requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. Often, Acrobat Reader is already added to web browsers. If you don't have Adobe Reader and applicable security policies allow you to install it; it can be downloaded at www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readermain.html. Some Internet Explorer users may encounter one of the following problems when they attempt to use the Printer Friendly Version. Some may see a File Download dialog box and others may see an error message, "Internet Explorer cannot download...". Both conditions can be addressed by following these steps:
1. Click the Tools Menu at the top of your Internet
Explorer browser.
2. Click "Internet Options". 3. Click the Advanced tab. 4. Scroll down until you find the "Do not save encrypted pages to disk". 5. Remove the checkmark from the box adjacent to that text. 6. Click the Apply button. 7. Click the OK button. Before filing your tax return, carefully separate the copies printed on a single page. When filing your tax return, you are not required to include/send the instructions on the back of the tax statement. For all other printing issues, please contact the DFAS Centralized Customer Support Unit at 1-888-DFAS411 or 1-888-332-7411, or commercial at (216) 522-5096, or Defense Switching Network (DSN) at 580-5096. Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)55) What TSP transactions can be made via myPay? TSP via myPay is available only to Active/Reserve Military Members, Health and Human Services (HHS) employees, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) employees and Veterans Affairs (VA) employees. The following transactions can be made:
56) When can I sign up for the TSP?
If you are eligible, you can sign up to contribute to the TSP at any time. Roth TSP elections for Air Force, Army and Navy will be accepted on and after October 1, 2012. 57) Where can I get a TSP form?
Changes to your TSP can be made through myPay and do not require a form. However, if you prefer to submit a paper form (available on the TSP Web site, at www.tsp.gov ) or if you are interested in a loan, you must contact your servicing personnel-payroll office. 58) What is the percentage of contribution that I can elect?
Select the TSP option from your Main Menu and refer to the information provided on the TSP page for your service. For Marines contributing to TSP: when you reach the IRS maximum amount for the year, the TSP contribution will be automatically suspended. No action is necessary. January of the following year, your TSP contributions will be unsuspended and contributions will automatically begin again. No action is necessary. Internal Revenue Code section 402(g) and section 415(c) may limit your annual contributions. See the Summary of the Thrift Savings Plan for the Uniformed Services for more information about these statutory limitations. 59) How can I make fund allocation changes?
myPay does not allow you to change the investment of your contributions. To change the investment of your contributions, you may visit the TSP web site at http://www.tsp.gov. For more information on changing your TSP contributions, see the Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) website. Direct Deposit60) What are the different types of Direct Deposit categories? NET PAY EFT: Your Current Direct Deposit Information for your Paycheck. TRAVEL EFT: Your Current Direct Deposit information for your Travel Pay (Army Active and Reserve only). MISCELLANEOUS EFT: Your Current Direct Deposit information for your Miscellaneous Reimbursements (Army Active and Reserve only). All EFT options provide the capability to View/Change the Financial Institution, account type and account number. If you are starting or changing a Direct Deposit and your new routing transit number (RTN) does not work, please verify the number with your financial institution. If the number is valid, please notify the DFAS Centralized Customer Support Unit toll free at 1-888-DFAS411 or 1-888-332-7411, or commercial at (216) 522-5096, or Defense Switching Network (DSN) at 580-5096 of the discrepancy. Savings Bonds61) How do I purchase Savings Bonds in myPay and how do I request Bonds held in safekeeping? Effective September 30, 2010, the Department of Defense no longer sells U.S. Savings Bonds through payroll deduction. You no longer can purchase Savings Bonds using the myPay Savings Bond option.
If you wish to start or continue purchasing Savings Bonds through
payroll deduction, you must establish an account through TreasuryDirect.gov. Then
you may use myPay to start an allotment to TreasuryDirect by clicking on the allotment
option at the Main Menu. For more information on TreasuryDirect, you may click the TreasuryDirect link on the myPay home page under External Resources Quick Links. INFORMATION FOR BONDS HELD IN SAFEKEEPING FOR MILITARY MEMBERS: All bonds being held in safekeeping as of the above date for ACTIVE DUTY MEMBERS will continue to be held until they are requested.
The request must include the service member’s name, complete Social
Security Number, a valid address where the member would like the bonds to be mailed,
a daytime telephone number, and the member’s dated signature. The request must indicate
that the member wants the bonds released from safekeeping. Thirty days must be allowed
before a member can claim non-receipt of a bond. Navy members may submit their signed request in writing or by fax to:
DFAS-Cleveland Center
FAX: 216-522-6358 OR DSN 580-6358
Marine Corps members may submit their signed request in writing
or by fax to:
FAX: 216-522-6358 OR DSN 580-6358
Army members may submit their signed request in writing, fax,
or by email to:
FAX: 317-212-4339 or DSN 699-4339
Air Force members may submit their signed request in writing,
fax, or by email to:
FAX: 317-212-4339 or DSN 699-4339
State Taxes62) What type of state tax changes may I make in myPay? If you have a state tax option, and your state taxing authority has an agreement with the Department of Defense, you will be able to use myPay to change your state tax withholding. For Civilians, you now have the option to change your state taxing authority. You must select a state from the drop down menu. Military (Active and Reserve), you will not be permitted to add or change a state tax authority. To change your state tax authority you must see your customer service representative or local finance office. Travel Advice of Payment (AOP)63) What is Travel Advice Of Payment (AOP)?
The Travel Advice of Payment (AOP) option provides myPay users with
the capability to view and print their processed TDY Travel Vouchers on-line. 64) May I view and print my Travel Advice of Payment (AOP) statement on-line? You may access your AOP from the "Main Menu" by clicking on the "Travel Voucher Advice of Payment” AOP option. If you have any trouble printing your Travel AOP, refer to the suggestions in FAQ #42. In general, DFAS Indianapolis processes vouchers for Army military and civilian employees, while DFAS Cleveland processes vouchers for Navy military and civilian employees, DFAS Columbus processes vouchers for DFAS civilians and civilian employees from other Defense Agencies. Effective September 19, 2005, Defense Travel System (DTS) vouchers are available for the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines and Civilians. The AOP produced by DTS currently does not contain a breakdown of the daily Per Diem amounts and the Reimbursable Expenses.
If you need more information about which Center pays your voucher, or if you have questions about whether or not your voucher will be available based on the voucher number, please contact your local travel office.
65) Will all of my Travel Advice of Payment (AOP) statements be available? NO. myPay will make travel vouchers available for six months from the date the voucher was paid. Once a voucher is older than six months, that particular voucher will not be available in myPay. Although the vast majority of vouchers processed by DFAS-Indianapolis and DFAS-Columbus are available, there are some "rare" travel vouchers that will not be on line for these centers. Savings Deposit Program66) Who should I contact if I have questions about my Savings Deposit Program (SDP) account statement or1099-INT?Contact the Centralized Customer Support Unit toll free at 1-888-DFAS411 or 1-888-332-7411, or commercial (216) 522-5096, or Defense Switching Network (DSN) 580-5096 (7:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. / Eastern time) 67) Who is eligible to participate in the Savings Deposit Program? Members of the Armed Forces serving in specified combat zones or in support of a contingency operation are authorized to make deposits. Service members must be in receipt of Hostile Fire Pay and be deployed for at least 30 consecutive days or at least 1 day in each of 3 consecutive months. Contact your Finance Office to verify your eligibility. 68) How may contributions be made? Members may contribute up to 100% of their disposable (net) pay. Contributions may be made either by a savings allotment with a unique bank routing number, or by cash (or check) deposit. Make the deposit or start the allotment at your local pay office. When reviewing your statement, keep in mind that there may be a delay in the posting of cash deposits. 69) What is the maximum that I may deposit? There is no limit on the amount that may be contributed; however no interest is paid on amounts exceeding $10,000.00. If you are depositing by allotment it will not stop automatically when the balance reaches $10,000.00. You must monitor the balance. You may request the allotment be stopped. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine members may also stop their SDP allotment in myPay from within the SDP Withdrawal Request option. 70) What is the interest rate? The interest rate is 10% annually, earned at 2.5% per quarter. No interest is paid on amounts exceeding $10,000.00. Deposits made by the 10th of a month will earn interest from the 1st of that month. Deposits made after the 10th accrue interest from the first day of the following month. Your account will continue to earn interest for 90 days after leaving the combat zone. Combat zone departure must be posted in order for interest accrual to be correctly stopped. 71) Is interest taxable? Yes, the interest is taxable. Combat zone rules do not apply. No federal or state tax is withheld. A 1099-INT is issued no later than January 31st for Savings Deposit Program interest. If you do not receive your 1099-INT in the mail you may contact Customer Support to request that it be reissued to you. 72) How may I withdraw the money in my account? Use the SDP Withdrawal Request option in myPay located on a link at the top of the account statement. You may expect your EFT payment within five (5) to seven (7) business days after submission. Please allow for additional time if hard copy check is requested. Non-myPay applications73)What do I do if other non-myPay applications/systems require me to use my SSN and myPay PIN, instead of my myPay Login ID and Password?Some non-myPay applications may continue to require you to enter a current SSN and myPay PIN combination for authentication even if you have already established a new Login ID and password. You may establish or change your myPay PIN at any time using the myPay website. First log into myPay using your myPay Login ID and Password, then from the myPay main menu under the Personal Setting Page option, click on the Change PIN for use on systems other than myPay Web. If you do not know or have forgotten your PIN, you may establish a new myPay PIN using the myPay website. First log into myPay using your myPay Login ID and Password, then from the myPay main menu under the Personal Setting Page option, click on the Change PIN for use on systems other than myPay Web. If you suspend your PIN using a non-myPay application, wait 24 hours and then try again. You will still be able to log into myPay Web with your Login ID and Password. Once logged in, you may reset/change your PIN. (First log into myPay using your myPay Login ID and Password, then from the myPay main menu under the Personal Setting Page option, click on the Change PIN for use on systems other than myPay Web.) Logging Into myPay Using the On-Screen Keyboard Without a Mouse76) How do I use the On-Screen Keyboard without a mouse?
The On-Screen Keyboard is one of many Security features myPay introduced
to protect the security and privacy of your data in our system. The advantage of
using the On-Screen Keyboard, with keys that display in random order each time you
log on, is that others with potentially malicious intent are deterred from learning
your Password. To log in to myPay using the On-Screen Keyboard without a mouse:
1. Type your Login ID under Account Access on the
myPay Home Page, and then press the hyperlink for the On-Screen Keyboard.
2. You must rely on the “Tab” key and the “Space Bar” to enter your Password. You Cannot use the arrow keys to make selections or move around within the On-Screen Keyboard. With some assistive software there may also be browser access keys built into the application that can help speed up your data entry (see specifics on access keys below). a. To start entering your password using the On-Screen Keyboard, use the Tab key to move through the keys until you arrive at the first number, letter or special character of your password. Press the Space Bar to select. The first position of your password will appear (masked) in the text box. b. The cursor will return to the first number in the first row of the On-Screen keyboard after selecting each character. c. Tab to each subsequent number, letter or special character of your password, and then press the Space Bar to select. d. After entering your complete password using the On-Screen Keyboard, press the Tab key to go to the “Accept/Submit” button. Press the Space Bar to select, or use the built in access key combination of ALT 6 (if available) to submit your password. e. In order to ensure all special character buttons are read back to users of Jaws for Windows, the punctuation must be set to “all”. This allows for all of the keys on the On-Screen Keyboard to speak. If Jaws punctuation is set to "some" or "none" then keys such as "!" and "_" will not speak, often all that is said is "button." To set punctuation to all in Jaws the steps are as follows: (1) Bring up "Jaws options" with an "insert+v" key. (2) Either arrow down to punctuation level or press the letter <p> until you come to punctuation. (3) If you enter an incorrect number, letter or special character using the On-Screen Keyboard, tab to the On-Screen Keyboard Backspace button and then press the Space Bar to select it to erase the last position entered. If you want to clear all the numbers/letters/characters you entered, tab to the Clear button on the On-Screen Keyboard and select it by pressing the space bar. (4) The "Return" key will exit from Jaws Options. 3. If you enter an incorrect number, letter or special character using the On-Screen Keyboard, tab to the On-Screen Keyboard Backspace button and then press the Space Bar to select it to erase the last position entered. If you want to clear all the numbers/letters/characters you entered, tab to the Clear button on the On-Screen Keyboard and select it by pressing the space bar. Using Access Keys to Speed Up Data EntryIf your browser supports access keys you can use them to more easily navigate through the On-Screen keyboard. Access keys allow you to quickly jump to specified rows within the On-Screen Keyboard instead of tabbing completely through the keyboard to enter your password. The following are commonly found access keys:
Alt 1: jump to row containing randomly presented
Numeric Characters 1 thru 0. Printing and Saving your LES Without Using a Mouse.77) How do I print and save my LES without using a mouse?
There are several options available to save your LES to your computer
within myPay without using a mouse. Near the beginning of browser screens displaying
your LES, you’ll find buttons labeled as Save, Print and Printer Friendly Version. SmartDocs notifications78) Beware of email Scams.Customers should be aware of a scam in which recipients receive an email that claims to come from the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS). The email states that the customer's password has been established or changed with an attachment that contains malicious software (malware) that infects the intended victim’s computers. To avoid malware do not click on any links, or open any attachments. Be vigilant and update your computer with antivirus software and patches. DFAS does send notifications when a Password has been established or changed in myPay from SmartDocs@dfas.mil. Emails from SmartDocs@dfas.mil do not contain attachments of any kind. Ensure that when you receive an email from DFAS that the email is being sent to an email address that you have registered with DFAS. myPay Mobile79) What do I need to get started using the myPay mobile site?
Simply visit https://mypay.dfas.mil. We can automatically detect if you are using your iPhone, Android, Blackberry or other Windows mobile device, and will load a mobile version of the site. The myPay mobile capability makes it possible for you to manage your account on the go, by making key information and capabilities accessible from a mobile phone. Not at this time. There are a limited number of SmartPhones that offer Application download capabilities. Since myPay services over 6 million customers, the Mobile capability offers the ability for a wider range of users to access myPay via the SmartPhone. 83) How can I manage my account on the mobile site? The mobile site delivers key account information to your fingertips. On your mobile phone, you will be able to instantly access:
The mobile site can be accessed from mobile phones that support a
mobile browser. Phones that work best with the myPay mobile capability include the
iPhone, Android (DROID), Blackberry and other Windows mobile devices. Please reference
your mobile phone’s user manual to learn more about using your web browser on your
mobile phone. In addition, make sure that your mobile phone has cookies enabled. You can access the mobile site from almost any carrier network. Using a mobile web browser may require a data plan. Please contact your carrier for specific pricing information for your data plan. Yes, but be aware of roaming fees. Please contact your carrier for specific pricing information. Use the same Login ID and Password you use to access https://mypay.dfas.mil on the computer. If you do not have a Login ID and Password, or you have forgotten your Login ID or Password, go online to https://mypay.dfas.mil, click on the applicable link in the LOG IN section on the left side of the screen and follow the instructions. The homepage has been optimized for your mobile phone and key account information and management options are delivered in an easy to read format.
Please check your reception level. A low reception level could cause
spotty or extremely slow access—or even prevent you from accessing the mobile site
at all.
Please use the “Internet Browser” that is pre-installed on the device.
To make it your default browser, select Options > Advanced Options > Browser.
Then choose Internet Browser. You may wish to turn auto text (T9) off during the text entry process. T9 software predicts what you want to type as you type. To turn off T9, select an input method such as "Abc," "abc," or "Insert Numbers." To turn on T9, select "Auto Text," "Predictive Text," or "T9." Please reference your mobile phone's user manual for detailed instructions. SmartCard Login93) What is SmartCard Login?SmartCard Login allows military members, military retirees who are Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and have been issued a SmartCard, DoD civilian employees, and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) employees to log in to myPay using their DoD Common Access Card (CAC) or HHS Personal Identity Verification (PIV), also known as SmartCards. When using SmartCard Login, these customers do not need to enter a Login ID and Password. You can still access myPay using your Login ID and Password.
For DoD CAC users, myPay performs a database check at the Defense
Manpower Data Center (DMDC).
For DoD CAC users, please contact your RAPIDS Station Point of Contact,
your Personnel Center or the DMDC Help Desk at (800) 538-9552 to have your records
corrected.
If you are a new employee/member your myPay account may not be established.
If you enter myPay with your DoD or HHS SmartCard and your account is not established you will
be advised to try your SmartCard again in 30-45 days. You will still need a Login ID and Password if you access myPay from a computer or mobile phone that is not SmartCard enabled. If you select “SmartCard Login” button and myPay does not have your CAC or PIV, you will be advised to access myPay using your Login ID and Password and given the option to self-register your CAC or PIV.
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