There is a time frame?
Yes  In some cases , you must act within 120 days of leaving the military to be sure there s no break in your coverage .
How do I know which life insurance program I m eligible for?
Different programs cover Veterans VGLI , service members SGLI , and family members FSGLI . You may also be able to get short - term financial coverage through TSGLI to help you recover from a traumatic severe injury .