Travel Regulations for Defense Agencies, JTR Course (PCS Only)

Module 1: Introduction to Joint Travel Regulations (JTR)

• Overview of the Joint Travel Regulations and their role in defense agency PCS travel.
• Define key terms and concepts relevant to PCS entitlements and allowances.
• Explain the structure and authority of the JTR within DoD travel policy.

Module 2: Service Agreements

• Understand the purpose and legal requirements of PCS service agreements.
• Identify standard provisions and conditions for service obligations.
• Review exceptions, waivers, and consequences for non-compliance.

Module 3: Permanent Change of Station and PCS Orders

• Explain the PCS order process from authorization to issuance.
• Identify required documentation and order elements for valid PCS travel.
• Understand the relationship between PCS orders and entitlements.

Module 4: PCS Per Diem and Travel Rules

• Define per diem rates and eligibility for PCS travel.
• Apply travel day computation rules and limitations.
• Understand special provisions for dependents and concurrent travel.

Module 5: House-Hunting Trips (HHT)

• Review eligibility requirements and authorization procedures for HHT.
• Identify reimbursable expenses and time limitations.
• Understand rules for dependent participation in HHT.

Module 6: Allowance for Temporary Quarters Subsistence Expenses (TQSE)

• Differentiate between TQSE Actual Expense Method (AEM) and Lump Sum Method (LSM).
• Review eligibility, allowable expenses, and duration limits.
• Understand authorization and payment procedures for TQSE.

Module 7: Allowances for Foreign OCONUS PCS

• Explain additional allowances and benefits for OCONUS PCS assignments.
• Review foreign transfer allowance and separate maintenance allowance.
• Understand rules for shipment of goods and dependents to foreign duty stations.

Module 8: Household Goods Movement

• Identify authorized shipment methods and weight allowances.
• Understand procedures for arranging and documenting shipments.
• Review storage-in-transit policies and limitations.

Module 9: Household Goods Storage

• Differentiate between temporary and non-temporary storage entitlements.
• Understand authorization requirements for each storage type.
• Review cost limitations and duration allowances.

Module 10: Mobile Home Allowances

• Identify eligibility requirements for mobile home transportation allowances.
• Review reimbursement rates and cost limitations.
• Understand special rules for moving mobile homes across OCONUS locations.

Module 11: POV Transportation

• Explain rules for shipping privately owned vehicles during PCS.
• Identify eligibility and authorized shipment points.
• Review reimbursement procedures for POV transportation.

Module 12: Residence Transactions

• Understand reimbursement policies for selling and purchasing residences during PCS.
• Review allowable closing costs and restrictions.
• Identify documentation requirements for reimbursement.

Module 13: Miscellaneous Expense Allowances

• Define allowable miscellaneous PCS expenses.
• Review flat rate allowances and supporting documentation requirements.
• Understand limits and exclusions for reimbursement.

Module 14: Relocation Income Tax Allowance

• Explain the purpose and calculation of relocation income tax allowances.
• Identify applicable tax rates and eligible expenses.
• Understand payment and reporting procedures.

Module 15: Temporary Change of Station

• Define Temporary Change of Station (TCS) and its difference from PCS.
• Review eligibility criteria and allowable expenses.
• Understand rules for return travel and allowances upon TCS completion.