# Military Deposits and Buyout Options

**URL:** https://www.fedwork.net/t/military-deposits-and-buyout-options/432
**Category:** Pay, Perks, and Retirement
**Created:** [April 5, 2025, 1:05pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/military-deposits-and-buyout-options/432 "2025-04-05T13:05:46Z")
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Federal employees can buy back their military time and have the option of making [military deposits](https://www.federalretirement.net/militarybuyback.htm) for creditable military service to increase their annuity. It is essential to understand the impact on your annuity. FERS employees must make a military deposit to receive credit for military years served when they retire.