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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 life in the armed forces.

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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.

Personal Property/Household Goods
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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.

DMO
Now it’s all online!
4 www.move.mil DPS Helpdesk: 800- 462-2176
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Weight allowance information.
Establish timelines and key dates.
Online shipment tracking.
Streamlined claims process – DPS allows on-line claims filing, negotiation, and settlement.

DMO
Differing situations incur different applications, . . . Ask questions.
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 Household Goods / Unaccompanied
Baggage
 Temporary Allowance / Professional
Gear Exclusions
 Temporary Storage /
Non-Temporary Storage
 Vehicle Shipment Yes / No ?
(To/From OCONUS)

DMO
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Keep copies of DD-619 and DD-1299
Packing tips, and what NOT to pack.
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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 will be incurred.

DMO
Personally Procured Move (PPM), formerly DITY, – can now be counseled and managed via the DPS online.
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Keep those receipts and forms:
Weight tickets, gas & toll receipts, etc.

MilPers/CPAC
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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 . . .

MilPers/CPAC
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PER DIEM ALLOWANCE A daily allotment to reimburse servicemembers for the out-ofpocket cost of food, lodging and incidental expenses. For travel by POC, per diem for the member is at the flat Standard CONUS rate. ($210.00 (LMI) as of 1/1/2014 ).
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 age 12.

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 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
23.5
cents/mile per authorized POC
(as of 01 JAN 14 ).

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 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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 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.

MilPers/CPAC
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 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.

MilPers/CPAC
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 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 2014 )

MilPers/CPAC
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• 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
Government quarters are not available.

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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.

MilPers/CPAC
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 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.

MilPers/CPAC
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• 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 permanent change of station orders. Must be repaid.

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
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Military HOMEFRONT … militaryhomefront.dod.mil
Base Info at “Military INSTALLATIONS” section.
Try out the “Plan My Move” relocation tool.

Websites noted are for info only and do not constitute an endorsement.
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.
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View Online Newspapers – Classified Ads.
 http://newslink.org
Obtain Chamber of Commerce contact and community
“Relocation Package” request information. * Chamber of
Commerce Zip Code can be used for BAH approximation.

Relocation Assistance
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Health and wellbeing … 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 telephone numbers for follow-up if needed.

Relocation Assistance
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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 T R I C A R E Health Benefits Advisor in the region of your assignment.
(www.tricare.osd.mil)
1-877-988-WEST 1-800-444-5445 1-877-TRICARE

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.
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• If you don’t have a GPS and need a map, … RAP might have what you need … for free!

KEY CONTACTS
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DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT OFFICE
( DMO – Bldg 129 ) 524-5369
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MilPers - CONSOLIDATED
PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
CENTER
( CPAC - Bldg 622 ) 524-6111
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE OFFICE
( Personal/Professional
Development - Bldg 14 ) 524-5298

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IMPORTANT: If you have viewed this brief in order to comply with Depot / Marine Corps Order requirements - please call or email the Relocation Assistance Program office to request verification / confirmation.
(619) 524-5298 james.yost@usmc.mil

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