On the move . . .
In the Military
Permanent Change of Station, . . .
Transfer, . . . Relocation, . . .
By whatever name, moving is seen
as a burden by some, an
opportunity by others, but is an
experience shared by almost all of
those in uniform. It is a part of
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life in the armed forces.
“Know before you go.”
Executing a PCS
doesn’t have to be as
burdensome or stressful as some
might imagine, much of the “mystery”
can be removed by preparing in
advance and by using the vast array of
information “tools” that are available.
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Distribution Management
Personal Property/Household Goods
Most servicemembers will have
personal property, and/or
household goods that will need to
be moved during the execution of
a PCS, . . . Following is a look at
some of the key elements of the
DMO process.
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DMO
Now it’s all online!
www.move.mil DPS Helpdesk: 800- 462-2176
Weight allowance information.
Establish timelines and key dates.
Online shipment tracking.
Streamlined claims process – DPS allows
on-line claims filing, negotiation, and
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DMO
Differing situations incur different
applications, . . . Ask questions.
Household Goods / Unaccompanied
Baggage
Temporary Allowance / Professional
Gear Exclusions
Temporary Storage /
Non-Temporary Storage
Vehicle Shipment Yes/No?
(To/From OCONUS)
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DMO
Keep copies of DD-619 and DD-1299
Packing tips, and what NOT to pack.
When the movers arrive - neatness
counts – No Pests Allowed!
Evidence of insect infestation will
prohibit pack-up of household goods.
Clean-up /reschedule will be required.
“Missed Move” charges
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DMO
• Personally Procured Move (PPM),
formerly DITY, – can now be
counseled and managed via the DPS
online.
* Be aware of your responsibilities.
• Keep those receipts and forms:
Weight tickets, gas & toll receipts, etc.
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MilPers/CPAC
A PCS carries with it an array of
pay, benefit, and entitlement
implications. Some are common,
others pertain specifically to
CONUS or OCONUS moves.
Let’s take a look . . .
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MilPers/CPAC
PER DIEM ALLOWANCE - A daily allotment
to reimburse servicemembers for the out-of-
pocket cost of food, lodging and incidental
expenses. For travel by POC, per diem for
the member is at the flat Standard CONUS
rate. ($123.00 as of 1/1/2012).
Per diem for the dependents is 3/4 of the
member's applicable rate for each
dependent age 12 or older and 1/2 of the
member's rate for each dependent under
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MilPers/CPAC
MONETARY ALLOWANCE (MALT)
The MALT rate is a payment for POC
travel based on the official distance
between authorized locations, it is a
payment in lieu of providing transportation
on a commercial carrier. The MALT rate is
23 cents/mile per authorized POC
(as of 1 JUL 11).
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MilPers/CPAC
Temporary Lodging Expenses (TLE)
For other than normal expenses incurred
upon initial arrival while occupying initial
lodging and for expenses for meals obtained
as a direct result of using temporary lodging
in CONUS that do not have facilities for
preparing and consuming meals while
waiting privatized housing assignment or
other housing accommodations when
government quarters are not available.
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MilPers/CPAC
TEMPORARY LODGING EXPENSE (TLE)
To offset lodging/meal expenses.
10 days in conjunction with a PCS to a CONUS
PDS, (you may split the days among old CONUS
PDS, new CONUS PDS and CONUS designated
place), OR
5 days ICW a PCS from CONUS to an OCONUS
PDS, (you may split the days among old CONUS
PDS and CONUS designated place). A separate
allowance – TLA, applies at the OCONUS site.
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MilPers/CPAC
House Hunting
Per MCO P1000.6G you may rate 10
days permissive TAD for house hunting
if approved by losing or gaining
command. This request may be
submitted via MOL.
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MilPers/CPAC
Dislocation Allowance (DLA)
Dislocation allowance is a one time
payment incident to PCS to help offset the
cost of moving for service members who
live in privatized housing or privately
leased/owned quarters who executes fully
funded PCS orders. This allowance does
not apply to service members who live in
government quarters.
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MilPers/CPAC
Dislocation Allowance Rates (CY 2012)
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MilPers/CPAC
• TEMPORARY LODGING ALLOWANCE
(TLA) For other than normal expenses
incurred upon initial arrival while occupying
temporary lodgings and for expenses for meals
obtained as a direct result of using
temporary lodgings OCONUS that don't have
facilities for preparing and consuming meals -
while waiting for Government quarters
assignment, or other accommodations when
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MilPers/CPAC
Move in Housing Allowance (MIHA)
Similar to CONUS DLA, this is an
allowance to offset miscellaneous moving
costs for service members who live
Overseas.
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MilPers/CPAC
Cost of Living Allowance (COLA)
Monthly entitlement to offset the cost of
living in places where goods and supplies
are more expensive than CONUS locations.
This entitlement varies from month to
month.
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MilPers/CPAC
• ADVANCE BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR
HOUSING (BAH) When authorized by command,
payment to pay advance rent, security deposits,
and/or initial expenses incident to occupying non-
GOV’T housing. “Repaid” over 12 months.
• ADVANCE BASIC PAY (Up to 3 months)
When authorized, is intended to provide funds
necessary to meet extraordinary expenses (not
covered by other entitlements) incident to
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Relocation Assistance
Request Welcome Aboard Package (or E-WAP)
from destination command (if available).
Two good sources of official information on a wide
variety of military family topics are:
Military OneSource … militaryonesource.com
Call: 1-800-433-6868
Military HOMEFRONT … militaryhomefront.dod.mil
Base Info at “Military INSTALLATIONS” section.
Try out the “Plan My Move” relocation tool.
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Relocation Assistance
Community Information: Local government, utilities, and
school information.
Cost-of-Living comparison tool – “Compare 2 Cities.”
Conduct real estate/ housing/apartment expense surveys.
View Online Newspapers – Classified Ads.
http://newslink.org
Obtain Chamber of Commerce contact and community
“Relocation Package” request information. * Chamber of
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Relocation Assistance
Health and well-being … Take care of elective medical
procedures and dental work if possible. Coordinate with EFMP
if there are special-needs factors. * Don’t forget pets’
vaccination records and other forms, especially for overseas
tours.
Auto Licensing and Registration … Check requirements as
they pertain to the particular state.
Business and Legal Matters … Take care of pending
business and financial matters. Secure legal paperwork
and close or transfer bank accounts, etc., if necessary. Submit
“Change of Address” package to USPS as soon as possible.
Utilities and Services … Schedule termination of utilities and
other services, … provide for forwarding of mail. Keep contact
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Relocation Assistance
Financial Planning … It is extremely important to
take early steps with regards to budgeting for a PCS.
As difficult as it may seem, setting aside funds for
contingencies can mean the difference between being
able to execute a “smooth move” … or being caught
up in financial difficulties in during your PCS.
Planning and strategy assistance is available
through the Personal Financial Management
Specialist at the Personal & Professional
Development Center, Bldg. 14, 524-1204
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Relocation Assistance
• Update DEERS information as soon as possible after
settling-in to your new home-base.
• Contact the TRICARE Health Benefits Advisor in the
region of your assignment. (www.tricare.osd.mil)
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Relocation Assistance
If driving, make note of the military bases and
temporary lodging facilities along the route. Please
remember to check fluid levels, windshield wipers,
spare tire condition, - consider weather forecasts and
alternate routes for the period of travel, check local
“news” radio stations for weather & traffic updates
during the trip.
•If you don’t have a GPS and need a map, … RAP
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KEY CONTACTS
DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT OFFICE
(DMO – Bldg 129) 524-5369
MilPers - CONSOLIDATED
PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
CENTER
(CPAC - Bldg 622) 524-6111
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE OFFICE
(Personal/Professional
Development - Bldg 14) 524-5298
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Thanks
for your
attention!
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