Navigating Your Journey: A Guide to Permanent Change of Station Travel Orders

PCS travel orders are intended to cover travel and transportation costs for an employee and their immediate family members, the relocation and storage of personal belongings, and other allowances associated with moving abroad.

How to Apply for PCS Orders:

Please reach out to your assigned DLA Human Resources office to apply for Permanent Change of Station orders.

Steps to Take After Receiving Your PCS Orders:

1. When flying, the local SATO/CTO travel office must be utilized. Find your closest travel office.

   1. Airline tickets should be acquired using the Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC)-(IBA). The Contract City Pair account must be used for the employee and any dependents.

2. Follow this link (PDF) for instructions regarding HHG shipments. The shipment of HHG is computerized, and registration Here is necessary.

   1. Click Here to find the nearest transportation office. Visit the closest transportation office for support in shipping your household goods.

Procedure for Filing Claims for Reimbursement:

Fill out the DD 1351-2 Travel Voucher. (PDF)

Upload the form to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Voucher Direct, or forward civilian relocation vouchers to DFAS Rome through:

When submitting your claim, include a copy of the PCS travel orders, all airline tickets, taxi fare receipts, passport expenses, and immunization costs with your travel voucher. Reimbursements are liable to federal, state, and local taxation.

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Expected Timeframe for Receiving Reimbursement:

Processing your reimbursement claim may take up to two weeks.

What Should Not Be Included for Reimbursement Through PCS:

Claims for hotel, meal, and laundry costs incurred in the United States before reporting overseas will be covered under the Foreign Transfer Allowance. For details about claiming these costs, please refer to the Foreign Transfer Allowance section of this website.

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