How to Ship Your Vehicle During a PCS Move: A Guide to PCSmyPOV, USDA Rules, and DTR Requirements
Preparing for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move involves more than packing your home. If you're planning to ship your car—especially to an OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) location—you’ll need to follow specific military and USDA rules to ensure your vehicle passes inspection and ships on time.
This guide covers everything you need to know about military vehicle shipping requirements, including information from PCSmyPOV, the Defense Transportation Regulation (DTR), and USDA APHIS vehicle inspection standards.
How to Prepare Your Car for Overseas PCS from Fort Carson
If you’re stationed at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs and have received overseas PCS (Permanent Change of Station) orders, you’ve likely got a million things on your to-do list. One of the most overlooked—but critical—tasks is preparing your vehicle for shipment or storage.
Here’s a practical guide on how to get your car ready for an overseas PCS, especially if you're moving from Fort Carson.