PCS base-to-base guide.
Moving from one base to another? Pick your bases for a step-by-step PCS plan and a local agent who knows military moves on the other end.
Moving from
Fort Bragg
formerly Fort Liberty
Army · Fayetteville, NC
Huge post; ample housing on and off post, low cost of living.
Nearest metro: Fayetteville, NC
Moving to
Fort Benning
formerly Fort Moore
Army · Columbus, GA
Infantry and Ranger hub; affordable Columbus housing across the river.
Nearest metro: Columbus, GA
BAH at a glance
An E-5 with dependents receives $1,806/mo at Fayetteville and $1,716/mo at Columbus, a change of -$90/mo.
Check your own rank in the BAH calculator →Your PCS move to Columbus, step by step
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Review your orders
Confirm your report date, entitlements, and whether the move is government-arranged or a PPM (do-it-yourself).
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Book your move early
Contact the transportation office as soon as you have orders. Good dates fill up fast, especially in summer PCS season.
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Check your new BAH
Your housing allowance changes to the new duty station rate. Look it up before you sign any lease so you know your real budget.
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Plan temporary lodging
Line up TLE or temporary housing for the gap between homes, and keep all lodging receipts.
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Decide on housing
Compare the on-base housing waitlist against renting or buying off base. A local agent who knows military moves can shortcut this.
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In-process on arrival
Report in within your window, set up your new address, and update DEERS, banking, and registrations.
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