What do I need to know about PCSing in Germany?
27 Things You Must Know Before PCSing to Germany
- Decide whether to live on or off post.
- Ship one or two vehicles.
- Decide which belongings to store and which to ship.
- If you have a GSM cell phone with a SIM slot, bring it.
- Research TV watching options.
- Find out how you will pay your bills.
What should I put in my unaccompanied baggage?
Unaccompanied baggage is generally limited to 2,000 pounds, but there may be lower limits in some cases such as certain overseas locations, unaccompanied tours, etc. This 2,000 pounds is part of your weight limit, but you normally use unaccompanied baggage to include clothing, electronics, etc.
Can you PCS to Germany with guns?
U.S. personnel who come to Germany are not permitted to bring privately owned firearms with them until they are properly registered with the U.S. forces and German authorities. Unfortunately, this cannot be done prior to arrival.
What is unaccompanied baggage?
unaccompanied baggage means baggage that is transported as cargo and may or may not be carried on the same aircraft with the person to whom it belongs.
How long does it take for unaccompanied baggage to get to Germany?
35 to 60 days
Unaccompanied baggage is shipped airfreight to Germany. Typically your unaccompanied baggage will be available to you within 35 to 60 days of shipment.
What is the weight limit for Pcsing?
Service members can move up to 2,000 pounds of professional gear, and spouses can move up to 500 pounds of professional gear.
What to take with you when Pcsing?
Essentials to include in a PCS binder:
- Passports.
- Personal documents.
- Medical records.
- Insurance documents.
- Marriage license.
- Car titles.
- Other paperwork that must be accounted for during every phase of the move.
- Contacts for both the current and upcoming duty stations.
How long are you stationed in Germany?
Normally OCONUS assignments are three years, so you will have at least two years during which you’ll feel pretty comfortable!
Can my bags fly without me?
Re: Is it possible to fly my luggage without me onboard? No. If the passenger isn’t flying then the luggage doesn’t go either. The only exception to this would be if you were flying and your luggage didn’t make your flight, in this instance the airline would fly your luggage to you on the next available flight.
Can you live off base in Germany?
German Off-Base Housing Many military installations in Germany have dedicated government housing on base. However, most do not have enough housing to accommodate all service members. Therefore, you should expect to live off base for at least a portion of your time in Germany.
What is the difference between household goods and unaccompanied baggage?
The household goods (or HHG) shipment includes everything else. This will be the bulk of your weight allowance and contains everything not packed in your personal luggage or unaccompanied baggage.
What is an unaccompanied baggage?
What is unaccompanied baggage shipping? This is when you send your luggage ahead before you travel so that you can travel light, while still having everything you need with you at your destination. It’s a great option for students, people moving abroad and holidaymakers.