2026 PERMANENT DUTY TRAVEL/PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION ASSISTANCE

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R 311807Z MAR 26 MARADMIN 147/26 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC L LF WASHINGTON DC// SUBJ/2026 PERMANENT DUTY TRAVEL/PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION ASSISTANCE// REF/A/DOC/MCO 1754.10B MARINE CORPS INFORMATION, REFERRAL AND RELOCATION (IR&R) PROGRAM DATED 2 FEB 2022 REF/B/DOC/DOD 4500.9-R-PART IV PERSONAL PROPERTY DATED 30 MAY 2025// REF/C/DOC/JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS DATED 1 FEBRUARY 2026// REF/D/DOC/DOD FOREIGN CLEARANCE GUIDE DATED 9 JULY 2025 NARR/REF A IS MARINE CORPS INFORMATION, REFERRAL AND RELOCATION (IR&R) PROGRAM. REF B IS THE DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION REGULATION (DTR) PART IV PERSONAL PROPERTY. REF C IS THE CURRENT MONTHLY EDITION OF THE JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS AND IS THE SOURCE FOR ENTITLEMENTS AND ALLOWANCES FOR UNIFORMED SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR DEPENDENTS, AND CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS, OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. REF D PROVIDES GUIDANCE AND CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR AIRCRAFT INTERNATIONAL MISSION PLANNING AND EXECUTION// POC/I&L LF-G4-DMO/J. C. HENDRIX/CIV/PPTY-PAX ISSUES/TEL: (703) 946-7660/EMAIL: JULIE.HENDRIX@USMC.MIL/USMCPERSONALPROPERTY@USMC.MIL// POC/I&L LPS-D/M. A. EDWARDS/CIV/PASSENGER TRANSPORTATION POLICY/TEL: (571) 256-2751/EMAIL: MARK.A.EDWARDS5@USMC.MIL/USMCPASSENGERTRAVEL@USMC.MIL// POC/M&RA POC/M&RA/MPO/SMB_HQMC_MPO@USMC.MIL/TEL: (703)784-9374// POC/MF-IRR/L. S. LOREI/CIV/IRR/TEL: (703)784-3870/EMAIL: LUCINDA.LOREI@USMC.MIL// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. This MarAdmin provides Marines, Civilian Marines, and their families conducting Permanent Duty Travel (PDT)/Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move in 2026 with information and necessary steps required to ensure a smooth transition. 1.a. Commanders at all levels will ensure every Marine and Civilian Marine relocating in 2026 is provided a copy of this MarAdmin. 1.b. All Marines and their families receive PCS support from Marine and Family Program's Information, Referral and Relocation (IRR) Program. Contact your IRR program to sign up for the mandatory PCS Workshop to receive briefs from Distribution Management Office (DMO)/Installation Transportation Office (ITO), Installation Personnel Administration Center (IPAC), Tricare, School Liaison, Travel, Family Member Employment and Personal Financial Management Program, and other local resources. Spouses are encouraged to attend! https:(slash)(slash)www.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/inform ation-referral-and-relocation. 1.c. The IRR program will help connect Marines to a Sponsorship Coordinator within their command and to their gaining installations POCs to receive a Welcome Aboard Packet. IRR also provides Welcome Aboard Briefs which help orient Marines and families to everything that is available at their new installation. Attendance is mandatory for all newly arrived personnel in the grades of E-1 through E-6, W-1 and O-1 through O-2 within 90 days of arrival at a new duty station. At OCONUS locations, all ranks and their family members 10 years of age and above, must attend mandatory Welcome Aboard workshops. 1.d. PCS checklists can help keep tasks organized throughout the PCS process. Personalized PCS checklists can be created at https:(slash)(slash)planmymove.militaryonesource.mil/. 1.e. Remotely stationed Marines receive relocation support from Military OneSource at https:(slash)(slash)www.militaryonesource.mil/. 2. Household Goods Shipment and Storage 2.a. Planning the Move Dates. Marines MUST start their move and complete self-counseling at https: (slash)(slash)www.militaryonesource.mil/moving-pcs/moving-personal -property/ as soon as possible after receipt of their orders. Keep in mind, the most popular peak season pickup dates are immediately following the Memorial Day weekend through mid-July. 2.b. Exception. Marines conducting their first move, Marines separating or retiring, and Marines moving a mobile home must receive additional counseling because of varying entitlements. Visit/contact your local ITO at https:(slash)(slash)installations.militaryonesource.mil/ before submitting the shipment application to learn about your shipping requirements and entitlements. 2.c. Personally Procured Move (PPM). PPMs are designed for the Marine to be their own moving company. Most Marines will request a PPM to have more freedom when making decisions regarding when the shipment will be picked up, how soon it will be transported to the destination and the delivery timeline. Marines receive 100% of the Government's cost to move up to the maximum authorized weight allowance based on rank and with or without dependents from the authorized origin location to the authorized destination location in the PCS Orders. Marines are authorized storage up to (90) days at a commercial storage facility not to exceed the Government's cost to store the same weight. 2.c.1. Marines executing a PPM to Hawaii, Alaska, and U.S. territories and possessions must be counseled and documents properly prepared in DPS (in use for these moves only at this time) to ensure they are advised of information particular to the destination, such as the requirement to verify the use of U.S. Flag vessels when the shipment is transiting over ocean. 2.c.2. Marines performing a routine PCS must use their Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) for all expenses related to a PPM. The GTCC cannot be used for separation travel, to include PPMs in conjunction with separation travel (separatees and retirees). For those Marines who do not possess a GTCC, an Advance Operating Allowance (AOA) "may" be authorized as an exception to policy through the local Transportation Office, however, Marines who are using only their POV(s) to execute a PPM are not eligible to receive an AOA. 2.c.3. Additional information can be found at: https:(slash)(slash)www.logcom.marines.mil/Marines/Personally-Procu red-Move/on how to prepare and submit a PPM Claim in DPS and the estimated processing time and payment dates for settled PPM Claims. 2.d. Professional Books, Papers, and Equipment (PBP&E). The maximum weight limit for Pro Gear for Marines of all ranks is 2,000 pounds. Marines may request an additional weight allowance up to 500 pounds for spouse Pro Gear required for employment or community support activities for their spouse (civilian employee spouses are not authorized a PBP&E weight allowance). Appendix K2 "It's Your Move" https:(slash)(slash)www.ustranscom.mil/dtr/part-iv/dtr_part_iv_att_A -k_2.pdf. Note: IAW Ref (C), PBP&E must be declared at the origin of the shipment, and must be documented, to include certification or approval, according to Agency or Service transportation procedures 2.e. Completing the Customer Satisfaction Survey. Marines should complete the survey as soon as they receive the email request. The feedback provided-both comments and scores-plays a critical role in improving the Defense Personal Property Program (DP3). This input helps identify and eliminate poor-performing transportation service providers and ensures that the highest performing moving companies receive most shipments. 3. Personal Property Claims. Lost and Damage, Inconvenience and Physical Damage Claims. For shipment claims, please visit the guide located at https:(slash)(slash)www.militaryonesource.mil/moving- housing/moving/planning-your-move/file-a-claim-after-your-military -move/. For non-DPS claims, such as contracted moves called Direct Procurement Method moves, or if Marines still have questions on their DPS claims, Marines should contact the Navy Personnel Claims Unit at (888) 897-8217, (757) 440-6315 (DSN 564) or email NorfolkClaims@us.navy.mil 4. Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Shipment and Storage 4.a. Marines conducting a PCS move to, from or between OCONUS locations may be entitled to ship or store one POV at government expense. Contact the local transportation office for information regarding POV entitlements based on the OCONUS destination and prepare required documents needed to ship or store the POV. 4.b. For information on how to prepare a POV for shipment or storage, review the documents Shipping Your POV, Appendix K3 and Storing Your POV, Appendix K4 of the Defense Transportation Regulation, Part IV, Personal Property, System A at https:(slash)(slash)www.ustranscom.mil/dtr/part-iv/dtr_part_iv_app_k _3.pdf and https:(slash)(slash)www.ustranscom.mil/dtr/part-iv/dtr_part_iv_app_k _4.pdf. 5. Overseas Moves (OCONUS) Travel Preparations/Overseas Screening and HHG Shipments. Overseas Suitability Screening (OSS) and OCONUS counseling. The overseas screening process may take up to 60 days or more; therefore, Marines shall commence overseas screening within 10 days from receipt of orders. To ensure the Marine reports to the overseas station by the required date, the importance of complete and timely screening cannot be over-emphasized. Each Marine MUST immediately initiate OSS through a Military Medical Treatment Facility for all dependents authorized to accompany the Marine to ensure suitability for OCONUS assignments. For more information on the OSS, review MARADMIN 626/25. In the meantime, Marines should continue to plan to execute their HHG shipment pickup dates while this process is occurring. In the event the orders are modified or canceled, Marines MUST notify the transportation office immediately for further instructions 6. Travel Compliance/Marines Traveling Accompanied with Dependents 6.a. Travel Compliance. Each traveler is responsible for ensuring compliance with all travel requirements prior to the departure date whether departing from a commercial airport or from the Aerial Port of Embarkation for Air Mobility Command-Patriot Express (AMC-PE) flights. Marines are required to maintain all receipts during travel as many expenses are reimbursable. For information regarding travel allowances and reimbursement process, Marines should contact your supporting ITO, IPAC or Disbursing Office. Civilian Marines should contact your supporting Human Resources Office for such information. 6.b. Marines should coordinate with the receiving command-designated sponsor and the Housing Office to determine availability of on-base housing. 6.c. Special Issuance Passports (SIP) and Visas. SIPs and Visas may be required for Marines, civilians, and their dependents whenever they travel to OCONUS locations. Ref (d) provides the requirements necessary for entry into a particular country and can be accessed for personnel with a Common Access Card (CAC) at link: https:(slash)(slash)www.fcg.pentagon.mil/fcg.cfm. When SIPs/visas are required, applications must be prepared and submitted to a DoD Passport Application Acceptance Facility (PAAF)/Passport Agent as soon as possible due to an 8-11-week application processing period. DoD Passport Agents may be located within the DMO/ITO Passenger Travel Office or other locations aboard the installation. Note: DoD passport application acceptance facilities are locations on military installations that are authorized to accept and process official, diplomatic, and no-fee passport applications for DoD personnel and their dependents. These facilities operate under the Department of State's Special Issuance Agency (SIA) and follow strict rules for trained acceptance agents. 7. Baggage on Commercial and Government Contracted Carrier. Marines executing PCS travel on a commercial or government contracted carrier, via aircraft, ship, train, or bus, are authorized reimbursement for no more than two (2) bags, 70 pounds or less each, not to exceed 62 linear inches (sum of length plus width plus height) plus a small carry-on per reserved seat. Excess baggage is defined as all baggage more than this quantity, weight, and/or size. Excess baggage will not be authorized prior to a Marines departure. A Marine is subject to the commercial carrier's established baggage restrictions and fee schedules and is required to pay the commercial carrier in accordance with the carrier's fee schedule. A Marine may submit for reimbursement via their PCS travel claim for baggage fee expenses when their baggage does not exceed two checked bags, not to exceed 70 pounds, per authorized traveler. Requests for reimbursement of excess baggage may be submitted to MMIB-3 after PCS travel has been completed if the contents of the baggage were necessary at the future permanent duty station (PDS) prior to the arrival of the Unaccompanied Baggage shipment and the items were not available at the future PDS. For further information, contact the local Passenger Travel Office (PTO) or see the AMC-PE Travel Page at link: https:(slash)(slash)www.amc.af.mil/AMC-Travel-Site/. 8. Transporting Pets 8.a. The key to a successful pet move is early planning and constant follow-through. Marines who are being reassigned to, from or between OCONUS locations are encouraged to immediately visit their local PTO located within the ITO to establish transportation requirements for their pets. Be aware it may take up to six months to complete all the requirements for ensuring pet(s) can be imported to an OCONUS location. 8.b. PCS orders are NOT required to submit reservations for PCS travelers and pets on AMC-PE (dogs and cats only), nor do pets have to be cited within the orders for reimbursement purposes. The passenger Acknowledgement of Risk During Pet Movement Document, however, must be completed and uploaded into the AMC-PE reservation at the time of booking or the reservation may be cancelled by HQ-AMC. Because pet reservations will be apportioned on a first come/first served basis, pet transportation needs should be identified to the local PTO as soon as the Marine has a general idea of the required departure month. Reservations will be finalized when AMC schedules the flight on/about 90 days prior to the flight departure date. At that time, pet space requests will be submitted by the PTO. However, due to limited space on the AMC-PE flights, and the availability of these flights to members of all Services, pet reservation cannot be guaranteed, regardless of how early a Marine registers a pet movement requirement. After the PCS Outbound Interview in Marine Online (MOL), Marines follow up with the PTO to finalize all pet travel arrangements. 8.b.1. Reimbursement for the actual cost of authorized pet related transportation expenses is limited to $550 per CONUS PCS move and $2,000 per OCONUS PCS move. A Service member may be authorized the reasonable and substantiated cost of mandatory microchipping, quarantine fees, boarding fees, hotel service charges, licensing fees at the new PDS, testing titer levels for entry, and pet shipping fees if the member flies rather than drives, or the pet is shipped separately from the member. For transoceanic travel, use of Government or Government procured transportation must be used if available or reimbursement for transportation costs are not authorized. In extenuating circumstances where both Patriot Express capacity and regularly scheduled commercial airline service are not available for pets, the Secretarial Process may approve pet transportation expenses that exceed $2,000 for an OCONUS PCS, not to exceed $4,000, for a Service member that departs a permanent duty station listed in JTR supplement AP-PQ-02 at link: https:(slash)(slash)www.travel.dod.mil/Portals/119/Documents/JTR/Sup plements/pet_allowance_locations.pdf. This authority became effective November 25, 2024. Requests for Secretarial Process for this supplement may be submitted via AA Form with supporting documentation and command endorsement to CMC (M&RA, MPO-40) via SMB_HQMC_MPO@USMC.MIL for consideration. 8.b.2. Transportation of a Pet to or from an Alternate Location or a Designated Place Effective 1 April 2025 8.b.2.a. Alternate Location. Transportation of a pet to an alternate location may be authorized if a member with or without dependents owns a pet and receives PCS orders to a PDS where Government quarters rules prohibit the possession of a pet, a particular breed that the Service member owns is prohibited from being transported to the new PDS, or airline policy prohibits the transportation of the pet due to breed or other factors. Transportation of the pet from the alternate location may be authorized upon the member's receipt of new PCS orders. Transportation of a pet to an alternate location may be authorized in the case of a member's death. 8.b.2.b. Designated Place. Transportation of a pet may be authorized to accompany dependents to a designated place when a Service member receives PCS orders to serve an unaccompanied or dependent restricted tour, or to an assignment specified as unusually arduous sea duty, or in the case of an early return of dependents at Government expense. Transportation of the pet from the designated place may be authorized upon the member's receipt of new PCS orders. 8.b.3. The government contracted AMC-PE rotator flights offer a discounted rate (ranging from 125 dollars to 375 dollars depending on pet weight) to transport pets. However, the number of pet spaces per flight is very limited. The maximum weight allowed for a combined pet and kennel is 150 pounds, which cannot be waived. Marines are responsible for obtaining an authorized kennel/carrier bolted with metal nuts/bolts that provides adequate ventilation and ample space for safe pet movement. Soft-sided pet kennels / carriers may be accepted for in-cabin movement only. See the AMC Pet Travel Information Page at https:(slash)(slash)www.amc.af.mil/AMC-Travel-Site/ AMC-Pet-Travel-Page/ then click on AMC Pet Pamphlet 20 October 2023 or later date when updated on the website. 8.c. Emotional Support Animals and Service Animals. Emotional support animals provide comfort to people with disabilities but are not specifically trained to do so. As of January 11th, 2021, emotional support animals can no longer fly in the cabin of an airplane for free. Service animals are animals that have been trained to help someone with a disability with a specific task. Service animals of any breed or size are permitted to fly in the cabin at no cost, provided they are current on all required vaccinations and exhibit appropriate behavior during travel. A signed Statement of Assurance for Service Animals from the member is required no later than 48 hours prior to the aircraft departure. This document can be found at https:(slash)(slash) www.amc.af.mil/AMC-Travel-Site/AMC-Pet-Travel-Page and selecting the Statement of Assurance for Service Animals link. 8.d. Other Options for Moving Pets. Marines should research all methods as early as possible to select the overall best transportation methods for their pets, including quarantine requirements and costs (Germany, Hawaii, Japan, South Korea and Guam). Options include services offered by regularly scheduled commercial airlines, and dedicated pet relocation services. Regardless of the method, all pets traveling to or returning from OCONUS require a health certificate from a certified veterinarian. The animal health screening process may include several visits to the veterinarian, a quarantine period, and shots which may take at least six months prior to the expected travel date to complete. The following website provides helpful information and guidelines to consider when traveling with a pet followed by direct links to each of the City Pair Program's participating airline carrier's pet and service animal policy: <https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-a-trip/transportation-airfare-rate s-pov-rates-etc/airfare-rates-city-pair-program/airline-pet-policy>. Contact your PTO for additional guidance. 8.e. Non-Availability. If Government transportation is directed, but not available, the traveler must provide a statement from the DMO or ITO that Government transportation is not available. When traveling by POV, such as to or from Alaska, a non-availability statement is not required. 9. Keys to Success. Early counseling, planning, preparation, flexibility, communication, and command support are the keys to executing a successful PCS move and especially during this challenging peak season. 10. Release authorized by MajGen Jason G. Woodworth, Assistant Deputy Commandant, Installations and Logistics (Facilities).//