Internal Revenue Service United States Department of the Treasury
Level Basic Intermediate Advanced Military International

Military Income

Includable and Excludable Income

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Tax Your Memory

Members of the Armed Forces receive different types of pay and allowances. Some are includable in gross income while others are excludable.

Indicate whether each type of income is includable or excludable by typing a "1" or "2" in the blank next to each item. If you need a reminder, review the appropriate tables in the Armed Forces' Tax Guide.

Included in Gross Income? Type of Income:
1. Includable Match Moving and storage
2. Excludable Enlistment bonus
  Overseas housing allowance (OHA)
  Per diem (including reservist)
  Basic pay
  Basic allowance for housing (BAH)
  Hardship duty pay