Signpost to success in civvy street

Afghanistan veteran Sarah Johnstone has forged a new career using her experience of moving into civvy street to help others going through similar transitions. The former Royal Artillery officer, who served f...

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 confidence and less paperwork. When serving overseas, you sho...

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 solo or moving your entire family, life abroad brings extra...

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 isolation and solo parenting, often while trying to maintain a...

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 Forces, including what’s working for families and what may b...

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 and you’ve previously been resident in the UK. Before travell...

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. The research, by the King’s Centre for Military Health Researc...

Make friends through books

Are you a military spouse or partner who is on the move? Join Reading Force in Aldershot and Tidworth to meet new friends, find out about your new local area and enjoy a great read! With funding from The Arm...

Postcard from Cyprus

Archie (serving), Louise, William and Vincent How long have you been an army family? I met my husband in 2009 when he was already serving. He completed 22 years in 2013, then joined the Reserves before rej...

Pet policy change

Animal lovers now only need to tell the Pinnacle National Service Centre that they have a pet rather than asking for written permission to share their service quarter with a furry friend Permission only need...