Obtain Logistics References

Foreign Service Assignment Notebook: What Do I Do Now? offers an overview of preparations for an overseas move.
Preparing to Go Overseas - a dashboard of planning and preparation guidance for an international move.
The Office of Logistics Management provides travel management and household relocations services to Department of State employees assigned to a U.S. embassy or consulate overseas. They also offer resources such as: It's Your Move, a publication which offers guidance on moving, both to and from overseas posts, and information on claims, travel regulations, and automobile shipment.
The information below is covered in depth in MQ 220 Going Overseas: Logistics for Adults Transition Center (TC) course

MORE REFERENCES AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

TRAVEL

MAIL AND CORRESPONDENCE

Writing to Your Post of Assignment
14 FAM 720 - Use of Diplomatic Pouch
14 FAM 730 - Official Mail and Correspondence
USPS - 12.0 Other Restricted and Nonmailable Matter
14 FAM 740 - Policies for Handling Personal Items
14 FAM 760 - Diplomatic Post Office (DPOs and User Eligibility)
Enter DPO/APO/FPO zip code to determine mailing restrictions
No lithium batteries As of 05/16/2012, the USPS no longer allows the mailing of lithium batteries to or from international destinations.

INSURANCE

DRIVER'S LICENSES

PET SHIPPING AND QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS

COLLEGE-AGE CHILDREN IN THE U.S.

Logistics Checklist for College-Aged Children in the
U.S. while parents are posted overseas

OFFICE OF ALLOWANCES

For a complete listing of allowances under the
DSSR, click here.

SHIPPING AND CONSUMABLES

STORAGE

SHOPPING

DOCUMENTS AND LEGAL

PROPERTY RENTALS

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