Forces Veteran? Military Housing Is Now Available To You For A Year After Leaving Service

Veterans and their families will now be able to access military accommodation for up to a year after they leave the military.

Currently, rules state that personnel are only allowed to stay in military housing for six months after they leave.

Speaking about the new Service Family Accommodation rule, the Defence Secretary said: "Having a place to call home is an important part of the return to civilian life, but there can sometimes be a lot to think about when hanging up your uniform for the last time.

“By extending the service family offer we hope to give families more time to make the transition that much easier.

"This is another example of how we continue to support the brave men and women who have served our country.”

Tobias Ellwood, Minister for Defence, People and Veterans, also voiced his support of the change in rules: "Behind every person who has served in the Armed Forces is a family, a unit that has been with them every step of the way. 

“We must make sure that their needs are looked after which is why I am proud to support the new family accommodation extension, which will give families more time to make the transition back to civilian life."

The Joint Services Housing Advice Office provides housing advice to all personnel and veterans.

Veterans with concerns around housing are encouraged to seek support from the MOD’s Veterans UK agency helpline and the Veterans Welfare Service.