Payroll Loan
Note: Use the Shutdown Loan program for government shutdown needs, not this program.
The government issues thousands of paychecks, entitlements, and travel claims every day. Sometimes yours is the one that is stuck in red tape, system outages, processing delays, or unexplained problems. CGMA can loan you the cash you need until the government payment is complete.
Amount
Up to $6,000
Type of Assistance
Interest-Free Loan
Eligibility
Active Duty
Civilian Employees
PHS Officers and Chaplains
Reserves
Other: Eligibility extends to any client traveling under official government orders, including Ombudsmen, spouses, or dependents.
Start with Your CGMA Rep
Start with your local CGMA Representative
There are more than 600 Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Representatives to help you.
FIND MY REPRESENTATIVEHow to Apply
Gather these documents:
- Your Coast Guard ID
- Documentation of what the government owes you and the expected payment date
- PCS Orders
There are two options to apply:
- Online application
- PDF application submitted to your CGMA Representative: CGMA-05 General Assistance Application
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