Busting Military Scams: Do Families Have to Pay for Fiance Request Forms?

Have you received a request from someone claiming they need to pay for military-related documents for a fiancé? Do families have to pay the military for fiance request forms? Let's break down the facts to see if there's any truth to these claims.

Does the Military Charge for Transportation and Deployments?

The military provides extensive support to service members, including:

Paid transportation to get soldiers to and from the combat zone. Salary paid during the entire deployment period. Housing and supplies for free while deployed. Moves to new stations, all at no cost to the soldier.

If the military wanted to charge the soldier, it would simply take the cost out of their pay. However, this never happens. If someone is asking you for money under the guise of military expenses or forms, it's a red flag.

Understanding Fiancee-Specific Scams

Do you suspect you might be dealing with a scammer? Here are the facts:

The military provides all necessary services for service members, including transportation, meals, and medical care. These services are always free. Your paycheck is directly deposited to your checking account. The military is not involving you in any financial transactions for military-related expenses. The military never charges soldiers for anything related to their movements or any other form of support. If a group or individual is asking for money to cover these expenses, it is a scam. There are no fiancee request forms in the military. If someone is telling you otherwise, they are a scammer. Soldiers do not need permission to marry, nor do they need to fill out any forms for their fiancées or families to approve their leave. All these claims are fake to deceive and steal your information and money.

What to Do Next

If you have been targeted by a scammer:

Take note of their emails, messages, and any other communication. Save all evidence. Report the scam to the appropriate authorities or the military. Delete any correspondence from the scammer to prevent further contact. Block the scammer to prevent future attempts to contact you.

Remember, the military's operations and financial transactions are transparent and free for service members. Trust that if you are ever asked for money in relation to military-related services or forms, it is a scam.

Important: Do not provide any personal or financial information. Always verify such claims through official military channels.