Life Changes?
Your TRICARE Guide
Major life events can affect your TRICARE coverage. Whether you're facing divorce, a PCS move, deployment, or retirement, we'll help you navigate the changes step by step.
Important: Act Promptly
Many life events have strict timelines for TRICARE actions. Missing deadlines can result in coverage gaps or loss of eligibility. Review the relevant guide early and know your key dates.
Divorce & Separation
Understand how divorce affects your TRICARE eligibility, what coverage options remain, and steps to take during and after divorce proceedings.
PCS Move / Relocating
Moving to a new duty station or state? Learn how to transfer your TRICARE coverage, find new providers, and avoid coverage gaps during your move.
Deployment
Everything families need to know about TRICARE coverage during deployment, including family member access, overseas care, and emergency procedures.
College & Young Adults
Aging out of TRICARE coverage? Explore options for college students including TRICARE Young Adult, campus health plans, and transition timelines.
Military Retirement
Transitioning from active duty to retiree status? Understand TRICARE Prime vs Select for retirees, costs, and Medicare coordination.
New Baby / Adoption
Adding a new family member? Learn how to enroll newborns and adopted children in TRICARE, maternity coverage, and dependent registration.