DAF Form 100: Request and Authorization for Separation Guide

DAF Form 100: Request and Authorization for Separation Guide – If you’re an active-duty Airman or Guardian in the Department of the Air Force (DAF) planning to separate from service—whether voluntarily, at the end of your term, or through other authorized processes—DAF Form 100 (Request and Authorization for Separation) is one of the most important documents you’ll encounter. This form officially requests and authorizes your separation, serving as the foundation for generating your separation orders.

Download the official DAF Form 100 PDF here: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/form/daf100/daf100.pdf

What Is DAF Form 100?

DAF Form 100, formerly known as AF IMT 100 or AF Form 100, is the Department of the Air Force’s official “Request and Authorization for Separation.” It documents the member’s request for separation (or discharge) and provides the necessary authorization from the appropriate command or personnel authority.

This form is used across the Regular Air Force (RegAF), United States Space Force (USSF), Air Force Reserve (AFR), and Air National Guard (ANG) in applicable Title 10 statuses. It applies to various separation scenarios, including:

  • Voluntary separation prior to Expiration of Term of Service (ETS)
  • Involuntary separation or discharge
  • Release from active duty
  • Entry-level separation
  • Hardship or dependency discharges
  • Other authorized separations (e.g., Palace Chase transitions or force management programs)

The form collects critical details such as personal information, type of separation, authority for separation, character of service, entitlements, and post-separation contact information. Once processed, it leads to the issuance of separation orders that trigger final out-processing, pay adjustments, and issuance of the DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty).

Note: DAF Form 100 is not the same as the DD Form 214. The DD Form 214 is the official certificate of service provided after separation, while DAF Form 100 initiates and authorizes the process.

Why DAF Form 100 Matters for Your Transition?

Accurate completion of DAF Form 100 ensures:

  • Proper calculation of your separation date, terminal leave, and travel entitlements.
  • Correct characterization of service (e.g., Honorable, General).
  • Timely processing of benefits, including final pay, unused leave payout, and transition assistance.
  • Smooth handoff to the Military Personnel Flight (MPF) or Force Support Squadron for orders generation.

Errors on this form can delay your separation, affect entitlements, or require corrections later. Always work closely with your servicing MPF, commander, and personnel specialists.

Who Uses DAF Form 100?

  • Service members — Initiating voluntary or required separation.
  • Commanders and supervisors — Reviewing and endorsing requests.
  • MPF / Force Support Squadron (FSS) — Processing the form and generating orders via systems like MilPDS.
  • Separation authorities — Approving the authorization portion.

For Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) members or specific programs, the form also details entitlements upon leaving the program.

Key Sections of DAF Form 100 (Overview)

While the exact layout can vary slightly with revisions, the form typically includes:

  1. Privacy Act Statement — Explains authority (e.g., 10 U.S.C. 8013) and routine uses of the information, including SSN for pay and entitlements.
  2. Member Identification — Name, grade/rank, SSN, organization, duty station.
  3. Type of Separation — Options such as Discharge, Release from Active Duty, Entry Level Separation, etc.
  4. Authority and Reason — Citation of the governing regulation or directive (e.g., specific paragraph in DAFI 36-3211 Military Separations).
  5. Effective Date — Projected or approved Date of Separation (DOS).
  6. Character of Service — Honorable, General (Under Honorable Conditions), etc.
  7. Entitlements and Remarks — Travel arrangements, terminal leave, home of record, future mailing address, and any special notes.
  8. Signatures — Member acknowledgment and approval by the orders-issuing or authorizing official.

The form also addresses post-separation mailing address (important for W-2s, final pay, and VA correspondence) and any transportation entitlements.

Pro Tip: Gather your latest Single Unit Retrieval Format (SURF), LES, and any separation application (e.g., DAF Form 31 for early separation) before starting.

How to Complete and Submit DAF Form 100?

  1. Consult Guidance — Review DAFI 36-3211 (Military Separations) and your specific separation program. Recent guidance memoranda (e.g., DAFGM updates as of 2026) may apply to timelines or processes.
  2. Initiate the Request — For voluntary separations, use vMPF self-service actions where available, or prepare supporting forms (e.g., DAF Form 31 for enlisted early separation or DAF Form 780 for officers). Submit through your chain of command.
  3. Fill Out the Form — Work with your MPF to ensure accuracy. Many bases use digital systems, but the PDF can be used as a reference or for certain cases.
  4. Routing — The MPF typically processes the form, updates MilPDS, and generates the official separation orders (often referred to as the DAF 100 orders).
  5. Out-Processing — Once orders are issued, complete your separation checklist, including medical, finance, security, and transition assistance (TAP) requirements.

For specific programs like the 7-day option for officers declining assignments, additional steps and timelines apply.

Current as of 2026: Processes may involve updates via MyFSS or CMS cases. Contact your local FSS or AFPC for the latest procedural guidance.

Common Questions About DAF Form 100

  • Do I get separation orders? Yes—DAF Form 100 generates your separation orders, which you can use for breaking leases, travel, and other transition needs.
  • What about my DD Form 214? It is prepared separately and usually available shortly after your effective separation date (electronically via vMPF for eligible members).
  • Corrections Needed? Use vPC or contact AFPC for DD Form 214 corrections; source documents often include the DAF Form 100.
  • Retirement vs. Separation? Retirements use different actions (e.g., DAF Form 1160), but DAF Form 100 may still apply in some contexts for orders.

Tips for a Smooth Separation

  • Start early — Begin transition planning at least 12–18 months out if possible.
  • Verify all data — Double-check addresses, leave balances, and service dates.
  • Use official resources — Rely on e-Publishing.af.mil, MyFSS, vMPF, and your base FSS.
  • Seek help — Transition Assistance Program (TAP), installation counselors, and veterans service organizations can assist with post-service benefits.

Separating from the Department of the Air Force is a significant life transition. DAF Form 100 plays a key role in making it official and orderly.

Official Download: DAF Form 100 PDF

For the most current instructions, consult DAFI 36-3211 and your servicing Military Personnel Flight. Policies and forms can be updated, so verify with official DAF channels.

This guide is for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available Department of the Air Force resources as of 2026. Always confirm details with your chain of command and official personnel offices.