How do I prepare for Oconus PCS?

11 Things to Know Before Your Overseas PCS Move

  1. 1) As with anything military related, it’s all about the paperwork.
  2. 2) Make sure your U.S. driver’s license is up to date or not nearing expiration.
  3. 3) Get the real scoop on the area from your overseas sponsor.
  4. 4) Begin downsizing now.
  5. 5) The packing crates.

How many days does the army give you to PCS Oconus?

60 days
You are normally authorized a maximum of 60 days TLA upon arrival at an OCONUS station, and 10 days upon departing an OCONUS station.

How do you get PCS orders faster in the Army?

How to PCS in a Hurry

  1. Yard sale and donate — now. Most military families like to do some purging before their pack-outs.
  2. Be ready to submit those orders.
  3. Outsource, outsource, outsource.
  4. Consider living on base, or get house hunting help.
  5. If possible, go with the partial-PPM move.
  6. Paperwork blitz.

How long can you be stationed Oconus?

The standard tour length for a DoD Service member stationed OCONUS is 36 months in an accompanied tour and 24 months in an unaccompanied tour. Hawaii and Alaska are exceptions, with a tour length of 36 months for both accompanied and unaccompanied tours.

What is considered Oconus?

OCONUS = Outside Continental United States. Overseas = Any country or place beyond the CONUS. Alaska, Hawaii and the U.S. territories are considered overseas under the Space-A Regulation.

Is Japan an Oconus?

The following DCAA offices have full or partial contract audit responsibility for specific countries….OUTSIDE CONTINENTAL U.S. (OCONUS)

CountryCognizant Office
JapanSan Diego Branch Office
JordanEuropean Branch Office
KazakhstanEuropean Branch Office

Does tle cover food?

TLE is an allowance intended to partially pay members for lodging/meal expenses incurred by a member/dependent(s) while occupying temporary lodging in the Continental United States (CONUS) in association with a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move.

How do you move ppm?

8 Steps to a Smooth Personally Procured Move

  1. Apply for the PPM move by scheduling an appointment with your base Personal Property Transportation Office (PTO).
  2. Decide on your type of move.
  3. Arrange for any rental equipment or moving services you need.
  4. Confirm your insurance coverage.

Can I change my duty station?

Locations for duty stations are a management decision and must adhere to applicable Agency policy regarding telework. Employees new to the Center must serve in their position for at least 1 year before being eligible to submit a request for a voluntary change in duty station.