Post 9/11 GI Bill, dependent transfer information Published Aug. 27, 2010 315th Airlift Wing CHARLESTON, S.C. -- For Airmen that meet the minimum requirements for Post 9/11 GI Bill eligibility, the law does allow the transfer of education benefits (TEB) to an eligible dependent. To transfer benefits to a spouse, the member must have completed at least six years active duty or selected reserve service. To transfer benefits to one or more unmarried children, the member must have completed at least six years of service, and the child cannot use the benefits until the member has completed 10 years active duty or selected reserve service. In addition, the member must agree to serve four additional years active duty or selected reserve service. One of the most important facts to consider when transferring benefits to a dependent child is the transfer must be accomplished prior to his 21st birthday. However, if the child is a full time student the time to transfer benefits is extended up to his 23rd birthday. After it is properly transferred, the benefit can be used up to his 26th birthday. A member must be participating on active duty or selected reserve to be eligible to transfer benefits. Once the member retires, or stops participating for pay and points, they are no longer eligible for the TEB entitlement. For additional information please contact the 315th Airlift Wing Training and Education office at 843-963-2071 or 2076. Stay up to date with the 315th Airlift Wing at http://www.315aw.afrc.af.mil/. Follow the 315th on Facebook and Twitter.