PCS Moving

The Ultimate Guide to OCONUS Deployment

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If you joined the military to see foreign lands and absorb new cultures, the news that you’re being deployed overseas is amazing. You can’t wait to start this new chapter in your life and career. Yes, you’re going to have to deal with all of the stress that comes with packing up your belongings and moving to a new country. But this is the chance of a lifetime and you want to make the most out of it.…

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Army Household Goods Shipping Regulations You Should Know

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You’ve been assigned a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), which means you have to prepare to move home. Or, you’ve been assigned a duty that requires a temporary relocation. Either way, this is an exciting period because you have a chance to experience a new culture while on active deployment. Still, moving home is a complicated process at the best of times. And it’s made even more complicated when you have army household goods regulations to consider. You…

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Relocating Across the Pond? Check Out This PCS Overseas Checklist

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The order has come in. You’ve been told you have to prepare for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS). But that’s not all. You’re moving outside the contiguous United States (OCONUS), which gives you the opportunity to experience a brand-new culture. This may be one of the reasons you joined the military in the first place. And you’re probably thrilled about the opportunity. But you’re also a little worried. PCSing overseas means you’ve got to pack up the…

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Military Packing Tips That Will Make Your Relocation Smooth

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Efficiency is the name of the game when you’re packing for a military move. If you’re in the military, you need to know how to pack quickly as you may be asked to move base or ship out at any time. Even if you’re not in the military, understanding how to pack military style helps you to pack faster and with fewer cases. Simply put, the military has some packing secrets that can be of use to everyone.…

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Will the Military Pay to Move My Spouse (And Other Important Questions About Military Moving)

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Being an active military member comes with many challenges, one of which is frequent relocation. Military members get the order to start fresh in another place every few years. If they are married or have children, their families move with them. But if this is your first military move, you might wonder, "What is the process of moving my wife to my duty station?" Another essential question military members might be asking is, "Will the military pay to…

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