I just received an e-mail from the The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) letting me know that my W-2 is now ready for download through my "MyPay" account, so if you have access to your MyPay account, I recommend downloading and printing your LES to begin preparing your taxes. Getting access to MyPay is now mandatory. There's plenty more you can do with your MyPay account. Just be sure not to lose your PIN. Getting a new one is a headache.
I also highly recommend when you log into your MyPay account, sign up to receive any updates or notices to your MyPay account. It's very convenient... especially thos of us on the MEU.
Here's some "official" word taken directly from my e-mail address:
The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) implemented the myPay web-based system in March 2000. myPay delivers pay information and lets you process pay-related transactions timely, safely and securely. The Web-based system reduces the risks of identity theft associated with postal delivery by allowing members to access electronic W2, LES and other financial information. myPay matches industry standards for the highest level of encryption and security to protect myPay users.
If you do not have a PIN for accessing myPay, you can obtain one via email by clicking on the New PIN button on the myPay website at the web address shown above. A temporary PIN will be emailed to your official email address. If you have any questions concerning myPay, please call our contact center toll free at 1-800-390-2348. If the information posted to your W-2 is incorrect, please contact your servicing pay office or your customer service representative for assistance.
