SF-2805 – Request for Recovery of Debt Due the United States (Fillable PDF)

The Standard Form SF-2805 is the federal government’s official request for recovery of debt owed to the United States. It is used by agencies, contractors, and individuals to collect money that has been improperly paid or that must be returned.

What is the SF-2805 Form?

SF-2805 is part of the CSRS/FERS handbook for personnel and payroll offices. The form authorizes the recovery of overpayments, duplicate payments, or any other debt the United States is entitled to collect. The most recent revision (12/2005) remains the current version.

How to Complete the Fillable SF-2805 Online

Instead of downloading a static PDF and editing it with a separate program, you can fill the form directly on our site using the Formize PDF Filler app. This ensures the document stays fully fillable, saves your progress, and eliminates formatting errors.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Leaving required fields blank: Every field marked with an asterisk must be completed before the form can be submitted.
• Using handwritten corrections: The fillable version does not accept handwritten edits; use the on‑screen fields instead.
• Submitting outdated versions: The 12/2005 revision is the only acceptable version. Our linked PDF is the official source.

Where to Submit the Completed Form

After you finish, download the completed PDF and send it to the appropriate agency’s payroll or finance office. Many agencies also accept electronic submissions via their internal portals—check your agency’s guidance.

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