When can children start using benefits?
Your children may start to use the benefits only after you have finished at least 10 years of service and can use them while you are on active duty or after you have separated from service; but not use the benefit until they have gotten a high school diploma.
When can my spouse use the transferred benefits?
You spouse may use the benefit right away or while you are still on active duty or separated from service; but do not qualify for monthly housing allowance while you are on active duty.