How do I find my old Army PCS orders?

Once you log in to AKO, you will see “Army Links” on the right side of the page. Click on “Assignment Satisfaction Key”, then “On Orders”. Your assignment location can be seen there.

How far out do you get PCS orders?

The period of time is usually over 31 days, but generally less than 20 weeks. If you’re married and have dependents, they may not be able to move with you. You may be eligible to move a small amount of your belongings with you for a TDY. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is a more intensive process and move period.

Can you get out of PCS orders?

If the PCS Order is in an Authorized or Ready status, only PSC Assignment Officers (AO) can cancel the Order and/or TONO. If the Orders are in an En Route or Finished status, the Servicing Personnel Office (SPO) must cancel the Order.

How do I use PCS overseas?

Create an Overseas PCS Binder

1. Copies of your orders.
2. Plane tickets and any travel reservations.
3. Passports.
4. Receipts.
5. Past or future housing paperwork.
6. Contact information for the new base.
7. Marriage licenses and birth certificates.
8. Inventory of household items.

When to use the overseas PCs checklist?

If you’ve already received your Outside of Continental United States (OCONUS) orders or know they’re coming soon, use our overseas PCS checklist to make sure you’ve thought of everything! You’ll need more copies of your OCONUS orders than you think you will, according to the readers of Military Spouse magazine.

Can You Follow Your Service member overseas on unaccompanied orders?

No one can stop you from following your service member overseas on unaccompanied orders, but it is a decision that will require a lot of thought and research, along with a strong savings account. PCSgrades.com is a review platform by and for military and veteran families.

What does unaccompanied orders mean in the military?

When a service member receives unaccompanied orders, it means that his or her family members are not listed on the orders and are not expected to accompany them to the next duty station. This can happen for a variety of reasons.

How to prepare for an overseas permanent change of station?

Getting orders for an overseas Permanent Change of Station (PCS) can be both exciting and overwhelming for a military family. Even if the opportunity to experience a new culture is thrilling, there are a lot of details and logistics to figure out before the big move.