Restored annual leave unused must be used within two years or forfeited.

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Not specified
• D. Not applicable

Answer: (A)

Restored annual leave is time that is brought back into your balance after a forfeiture, and agencies set a deadline for using it. The important point here is that there is a finite window to use that restored leave. The standard rule is two years from the date the leave is restored. If you don’t use it within that two-year period, the restored leave is forfeited.

This timing helps keep leave balances timely and predictable, and it prevents indefinite carryover of restored hours. So the statement that restored annual leave unused must be used within two years or forfeited aligns with typical agency policy. If you’re near the expiration date, plan your time off accordingly and check your agency’s HR portal or speak with your HR contact to confirm the exact dates for your situation.