SGLI
Military abbreviation · Veteran
| Stands for | Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
SGLI stands for Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance, a veteran abbreviation.
Low-cost group term life insurance for service members, offering coverage up to $500,000 automatically, with premiums deducted from pay. Coverage continues for 120 days after separation.
Example: Make sure your SGLI beneficiary is up to date before you deploy.
Usage notes
Coverage rose to the $500,000 maximum in 2023. Family coverage (FSGLI) insures spouses and dependent children. After leaving the service, members can convert to Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI). Coverage can be reduced or declined only in writing.
Related abbreviations
More veteran abbreviations
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- PACT Act – Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act
- SBP – Survivor Benefit Plan
- SCRA – Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
- SDVOSB – Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
- SF-180 – Request Pertaining to Military Records
- SMC – Special monthly compensation
- SPD – Separation program designator
- TAMP – Transitional Assistance Management Program
- TAP – Transition Assistance Program
- TDIU – Total disability individual unemployability
- TFL – TRICARE For Life