Can soldiers take leave while deployed?

to take FMLA leave for the following qualifying exigencies: deployment (i.e., deployment within seven or less days of notice). You may take leave for up to seven calendar days, beginning on the day the military member receives notice of deployment, to attend to any issue arising from the short-notice deployment.

How much do soldiers get paid when deployed?

Military members who are assigned or deployed to a designated combat zone are paid a monthly special pay, known as combat pay (or Imminent Danger Pay). The amount paid is $225 per month for all ranks.

Can you be deployed for 3 years in the military?

Deployed for three years. Military members can be sent on an unaccompanied tour for a year or two. Deployments in the past have lasted up to fifteen months. Claiming to be deployed for three years is a play for your pity. If they ask for money, this is a scam.

Can I help military personnel get money out of the country?

Military financial offices are not used to help military personnel buy or sell items of any kind. Member of the military deployed to combat zones do not need to solicit money from the public to feed or house their troops. Deployed military personnel do not find large sums of money and do not need your help to get that money out of the country.

Do you have to request leave on behalf of a military?

No one is required to request leave on behalf of a military member. A general officer will not correspond with you on behalf of military personnel planning to take leave. A general officer will not be a member of an internet dating site. Military members are not charged money or taxes to secure communications or leave.

Do you have to pay for military expenses while deployed?

Service members do not have to pay for internet connections, food or travel expenses etc. while deployed. Even if a service member misses a connecting flight, the military takes care of this. If someone you met online claims to be stranded in an airport, do not send them money. If they ask for money, this is a scam. Claim to be Special Forces.