How many days in advance to submit G-843 for outside employment?

• A. 14 days
• B. 7 days
• C. 21 days
• D. 30 days

Answer: (A)

Submitting Form G-843 for outside employment needs enough lead time so a supervisor can review for conflicts of interest and ensure the outside work won’t interfere with primary duties or security requirements. The standard is 14 days in advance because this window allows a thorough review, any needed clarifications, and the issuance of any conditions before the employee begins the outside job.

A shorter notice, such as seven days, risks not giving enough time for a proper review and clearance. Longer notice, like 21 or 30 days, isn’t the mandated requirement and could unnecessarily delay the process.