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Simplifying overseas service finances

Defence’s new digital tools and updated allowances help you and your family navigate the financial aspects of overseas assignments – with greater co...

Overseas allowances

Embarking on an overseas assignment opens doors to vibrant cultures, fresh experiences and once-in-a-lifetime adventures. But whether you’re flying...

Improving support for non-UK families

The Army Non-UK Working Group is instrumental in improving policies and processes for non-UK soldiers and families. Changes to the chapter on visas ...

Transition guide

John Stephenson’s book, The Making of a Hunter, is a useful guide for those leaving the armed forces. John, who left the army in 2017 as a regiment...
Military school children who have created an online book to help pupils understand the Armed Forces Covenant

Digital resource for military children

Pupils at Raigmore Primary School in Inverness teamed up with members of the Military Liaison Group (MLG) to create a vibrant and engaging new digital...

The deployment rollercoaster

Many army families face regular separation – which can pile added pressures on their relationships. For the partner at home, deployments can mean is...

Visa rules change

Dealing with more than 200 enquiries a month means AFF’s Foreign & Commonwealth team has a detailed knowledge of the rules in Appendix HM Armed ...

After-school club celebrates 20 years

  Five years ago the UK was in the grip of a global pandemic and, like many business owners, Cathy Joyner feared her group of after-school clu...

Evisa travel rule change

Expired biometric residence permits (BRPs) can no longer be used to travel to the UK. You will need an eVisa if you’re on an overseas assignment an...

Report on partners’ lifestyle

A new report has highlighted the complex ways in which military life can influence service partners’ alcohol use and other lifestyle behaviours. Th...