Overview

A member of a uniformed service may be paid Hazardous Fire Pay (HFP) or Imminent Danger Pay (IDP) when he/she is entitled to basic pay and meets the eligibility requirements. 

Visit Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) to view a list of geographic locations that qualify for Imminent Danger Pay. 

Eligibility

Visit the Department of Defense Financial Management Regulation, Volume 7A, Chapter 10 for the terms, conditions, and limitations of eligibility for HFP and IDP.  

Pay Rates

HFP and IDP are payable at the monthly rate of up to $225.00.

More specifically, Service members will receive $7.50 for each day they are on duty in an IDP area up to the maximum monthly rate of $225.

Service members eligible for HFP receive non-prorated HFP in the full monthly amount of $225.