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Apply for the FAA Child Care Subsidy Program

Ready to reduce your child care costs? Start your application today to access financial support through the FAA Child Care Subsidy Program. Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and submitted correctly.

Application Checklist
Ensure you have completed and signed the following forms:

• OPM Form 1643: Child Care Subsidy Application Form
• Application Checklist Form

Other Required Documents
You will need to provide:

• Your two most recent Earnings & Leave Statements (ELS) for the FAA employee and two most recent paycheck stubs for your spouse or partner (if applicable).
• A signed and dated copy of your most recently filed Federal Income Tax Return.
• A copy of your most recent SF-50 form, Notification of Personnel Action.
• A copy of a birth certificate for each child that will receive a subsidy benefit.

Documents Required from Your Childcare Provider

• OPM Form 1644: Child Care Provider Information Form
• A current copy of your child care provider’s license, or proof that it is regulated by state, county, or local authorities.
• A current copy of your child care provider’s rate sheet or fee schedule, showing the charges for childcare services.
• A completed and signed IRS Form W-9.

Resource Documents
For your convenience, access the following resources and forms to assist you in the application process:

• FAA CCSP Application Checklist
• OPM Form 1643
• OPM Form 1644
• Form W-9
• FAA CCSP Monthly Invoice Form
• Childcare Provider ACH Authorization Form (Optional)
• FAA CCSP Recertification Package Checklist Form (Required when recertifying)