Regional Personnel Administration Center (RPAC)

Marines requesting will complete the Retirement Pre-Application Checklist (MARCORSEPSMAN, Appendix J) and submit it to the Commanding Officer via their chain of command. The request will establish a requested FMCR/retirement date and planned departure date. The checklist will serve as the source document for the Retirement Section to notify Headquarters Marine Corps Separation and Retirement (HQMC-MMSR) of your request to transition.

Normal parameter for the Appendix J submission is between 6-18 months from the requested FMCR/retirement date. Separation can be requested outside of these parameters via AA Form to HQMC-MMSR with justification.

In order to transition from the Marine Corps, you must:

- Attend TRS 1 year to 6 months prior to your EAS. (Your Unit Transition Coordinator will help schedule this)

- Complete and submit your Outbound Interview (OBI) in MOL (no later than 90 days out from requested departure date).

                (DO NOT input LWAS or Transition PTAD in the MOL leave application.)

- Once ADMIN CERTIFIED, go back into OBI to print out your approved DMO endorsement from OBI (listed under “attachments”) and take it to DMO to arrange household goods move and/or transportation. (10 working days after your unit approves your OBI, the OBI status should change to ADMIN CERTIFIED)

- Final Physical (good for only 6 months from departure date)

- Complete DD Form 2656 (Retired Pay Data Form) and turn into the Separations and Retirements Section for submission to DFAS. It must be received at DFAS 30 days prior to your EAS to avoid retirement pay discrepancies.

- Checkout Sheet COMPLETE WITH STAMPS AND SIGNATURES – available at your Unit S-1

- Complete the MarineNet SBP for Retirees Course

- 2 working days prior to your departure date, go to the PAC with all separation documentation to conduct pre-checkout to identify any potential last-minute issues.

***Marines will not be given their orders and DD Form 214s until the day they are scheduled to detach. ***Any incomplete checkout requirements will cause a delay in your departure.

To receive your orders and DD-214 you must complete/turn in the following to the Separations and Retirements Section:

- Completed Checkout Sheet

- Completed DD Form 2648 (TRS w/ Capstone)

- Completed Final Physical (DD Forms 2808, 2807, 2697)

- Complete Medical and Dental records w/ STR DD Form 2963.

- Completed Missing Gear Statement (NAVMC 6)

- Completed DD Form 2656 (Retired Pay Data Form) – must be submitted to DFAS at least 30 days prior to your EAS.

- Completion Certificate for MarineNet SBP for Retirees Course.

If you need assistance on any portion of the instruction detailed below, please contact the Outbound Branch at (703) 614-7171 (Office Main) or (703) 693-8083/7612/7714 (Outbound Branch Personnel).

**Physical copies of required documents will still be accepted, but please upload all required documents via EPAR EXCEPT Medical/Dental records. Physical Medical and Dental Records must be brought into the NCR PAC for proper transportation to Service Treatment Record (STR), HQMC, Quantico. **

REQUIREMENTS:

- Outbound Interview (OBI)
- Terminal Leave (TMLV) and/or Skill Bridge
- CO Interview
- Transition Readiness Seminar/Capstone (DD Form 2648)
- Final Physical (SHPE, or DD Form 2807/2808)
- Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) Documents
- Medical and Dental Records
- Skill Bridge Information
- Bn Checkout Sheet

HOW TO GUIDES:

Submit an EPAR
Outbound Interview
TRS/Capstone (DD Form 2648)
Direct Affiliation Program (DAP)

LINKS:

Transition Readiness Seminar/Capstone EXAMPLE (DD Form 2648)
Direct Affiliation Program EXAMPLE (TFRS or LTR)
Terminal Leave (TMLV) and/or Skill Bridge Form
Final Physical EXAMPLE (DD FORM 2807/2808)
Temporary Lodge Expense (TLE)
Final Physical EXAMPLE (SHPE)
AA Form (NAVMC 10274)
CO Interview EXAMPLE
Per Diem Rate Lookup
Page 11 (NAVMC 118)
Mileage Rates

If you need assistance on any portion of the instruction detailed below, please contact the Outbound Branch at (703) 614-7171 (Office Main) or (703) 693-8083/7612/7714 (Outbound Branch Personnel).

**Physical copies of required documents will still be accepted, but please upload all required documents via EPAR EXCEPT Medical/Dental records. Physical Medical and Dental Records must be brought into the NCR PAC for proper transportation to Service Treatment Record (STR), HQMC, Quantico.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Outbound Interview (OBI)
- Terminal Leave (TMLV), Permissive Leave (PTAD) and/or Skill Bridge
- SBP - Survivor Benefit Plan (DD Form 2656) 20yrs +
    * If you are Medically Retired per evaluation from Medical Proceeding with the VA
- SBP- Survivor Benefit Course on MarineNet 20yrs +
    *If you are Medically Retired per evaluation from Medical Proceeding with the VA
- Transition Readiness Seminar/Capstone (DD Form 2648)
- Final Physical (SHPE, or DD Form 2807/2808)
    *A Final Physical is NOT required if you are being Medically Retired per an evaluation from a Medical Proceeding (PEB).
- Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) Documents
- Medical and Dental Records
- Bn Checkout Sheet

HOW TO GUIDES:

Submit an EPAR
Outbound Interview 
TRS/Capstone (DD Form 2648)
Direct Affiliation Program (DAP)
SBP - Survivor Benefit Plan (DD Form 2656 and MarineNet Certificate) 20yrs+

LINKS:

Transition Readiness Seminar/Capstone EXAMPLE (DD Form 2648)
Direct Affiliation Program EXAMPLE (TFRS or LTR)
Terminal Leave (TMLV) and/or Skill Bridge Form
Final Physical EXAMPLE (DD FORM 2807/2808)
Temporary Lodge Expense (TLE)
Final Physical EXAMPLE (SHPE)
AA Form (NAVMC 10274)
CO Interview EXAMPLE
Per Diem Rate Lookup
Page 11 (NAVMC 118)
Mileage Rates

If you need assistance on any portion of the instruction detailed below, please contact the Outbound Branch at (703) 614-7171 Office Main or (703) 693-8083/7612/7714 Outbound Branch Personnel.

**Physical copies of required documents will still be accepted, but please upload all required documents via EPAR EXCEPT Medical/Dental records. Physical Medical and Dental Records must be brought into the NCR PAC for proper transportation to Service Treatment Record (STR), HQMC, Quantico.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Outbound Interview (OBI)
- Terminal Leave (TMLV) and/or Skill Bridge
- CO Interview
- Transition Readiness Seminar/Capstone (DD Form 2648)
- Final Physical (SHPE, or DD Form 2807/2808)
- Medical and Dental Records
- Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) Documents
- Skill Bridge Information
- Bn Checkout Sheet

HOW TO GUIDES:

Submit an EPAR
Outbound Interview
TRS/Capstone (DD Form 2648)
Direct Affiliation Program (DAP)

LINKS:

Transition Readiness Seminar/Capstone EXAMPLE (DD Form 2648)
Direct Affiliation Program EXAMPLE (TFRS or LTR)
Terminal Leave (TMLV) and/or Skill Bridge Form
Final Physical EXAMPLE (DD FORM 2807/2808)
Temporary Lodge Expense (TLE)
Final Physical EXAMPLE (SHPE)
CO Interview EXAMPLE
Per Diem Rate Lookup
Mileage Rates

Please see the below information for the requirements and “How to” guides to assist you in this process.

1. Review issued Basic Orders

*Visit MOL and click the Travel tab
*Click “Review Basic Orders”

2. Complete and submit Outbound Interview (OBI) via MOL

3. Review your OMPF to ensure all dependent documentation is present

*If necessary, provide required documentation to the HH RPAC via EPAR to ensure
your record is up to date BEFORE your Estimated Date of Departure (EDD).

4. Determine whether or not you will require Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) Retention. Please see below in the “LINKS” section for help determining if you qualify for BAH Retention.

*Should you require BAH Retention, submit an Administrative Action (AA) Form (Please see below in the LINKS section for a fillable AA Form and example) request via EPAR to the S-1 for routing to the Commanding Officer
*Once the request is endorsed by the Command, the request will be forwarded to MMIB-3 by the BN S-1 for final Approval from MMIB-3
*MMIB will respond directly to the BN S-1 with their decision and will cc the member as well for your awareness and record
*Submit the approval package to the HH RPAC via EPAR for filing purposes

Bring your completed checkout sheet to the HH RPAC on or before you detach date for certified orders
Upon submission of ALL required documentation, you are authorized to acquire your certified orders on your detach date as early as 0800.

*Checkout sheets will be obtained from the S-1*

The reporting and detaching dates are the same for PCA orders.
i.e. a Marine who detaches on 1 September 2025 will report to their new unit on the same day.
NO EXCEPTIONS! Failure to report on the same day may result in annual leave being charged and possible charges of Unauthorized Absence status!

LINKS:                                                    HOW TO GUIDES:
MOL Travel                                             BAH RETENTION EXAMPLE PACKAGE
BAH RETENTION AA FORM

Please carefully read the below instructions and take advantage of the “Helpful Links” and “How To” guides to assist in executing your move.
 

1. Review issued Basic Orders.

*Visit MOL and click the Travel tab  

2. Complete and submit Outbound Interview (OBI) via MOL no later than 30 days prior to your planned detach date.

3. Ensure you have the required obligated service.

*If you do not have the required obligated service, please reach out to the career planner via email at HNHL_CAREER_PLAN@USMC.MIL or phone (703) 614-9278

4. Review your OMPF to ensure all dependent documentation is present.

 *If necessary, provide required documentation to the HH RPAC via EPAR to ensure your record is up to date BEFORE your Estimated Date of Departure (EDD).

5. Determine whether you will require Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) Retention. Please see below in the “LINKS” section for help determining if you qualify for BAH Retention.

*Should you require BAH Retention, submit an Administrative Action (AA) Form (Please see below in the LINKS section for a fillable AA Form and example) request via EPAR to the S-1 for routing to the Commanding Officer.
*Once the request is endorsed by the Command, the request will be forwarded to MMIB-3 by the BN S-1 for final Approval from MMIB-3.
*MMIB will respond directly to the BN S-1 with their decision and will cc the member as well for your awareness and record.
*Submit the approval package to the HH RPAC via EPAR for filing purposes.

6. Contact the DMO Office at (703) 614-7191 or via email:  for assistance to acquire your flights.

Marines executing orders to the following duties will be required to complete the duty - specific command screening:
                * Special Duty Assignments
                * Instructor Duty
                * I&I Duty

7. If command screening is required, provide it to the HH RPAC no later than 10 business days prior to your requested detach date

8. Bring your completed checkout sheet to the HH RPAC on or before you detach date
 

*Checkout sheets will be obtained from the S-1

LINKS                                                              HOW TO GUIDES

MOL TRAVEL                                                   DELAYED DEPENDENT TRAVEL EXAMPLE

DTMO

BLANK AA FORM FOR

DELAYED DEPENDENT TRAVEL

We understand that moving overseas can be very stressful and confusing. Please utilize the below information and links to make your move as smooth as possible.

1. Review issued Basic Orders

*Visit MOL and click the Travel Tab

2.  Begin the process for obtaining your Official, Diplomatic, or Tourist passport as directed per your Basic Orders.

3.  Start Overseas Screening as soon as Basic Orders are issued

* Overseas screening should be completed 90 days out upon receiving orders

* Medical facilities that are authorized to conduct medical screening are as follows:

* Walter Reed (link)

* Naval Health Clinic Quantico (link)

* Fort Belvoir Community Hospital (link)

* Portsmouth Naval Medical Center (link)

4. Complete and submit Outbound Interview (OBI) via MOL no later than 90 days prior to your planned detachment date

5. Ensure you have the required obligated service

* If you do not have obligated service, please reach out to the Career Planner via email at HNHL_CAREER_PLAN@USMC.MIL or phone (703) 614-9278

6.  Provide completed Overseas Screening Checklist to the HH PAC

* Screened by the provided medical facility
* Sent to the S-1 (signed by the CO and SgtMaj)
* Forwarded to the HH RPAC via EPAR

7.  Provide Anti-Terrorism training certificates to the HH PAC Orders section via EPAR

* Visit Joint Knowledge Online
* Search for, enroll in, and complete the Level 1 Antiterrorism Awareness Training
* Upon completion of the training, submit the certificate to the HH PAC via EPAR

8.  HH PAC will submit your request for Area Clearance/APACS request (as applicable).

9.  HH PAC will submit your port call request based on your OBI information.

10. Provide HH PAC a copy of your itinerary via EPAR as soon as you receive it.

11. Bring your completed checkout sheet to the HH PAC on the detach date

*The above are the basic requirements for most OCONUS PCS. Requirements will vary depending on the location you are going to. Contact the HH PAC Orders Section for more information. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to the HH RPAC Outbound section.

LINKS:

CONUS TO CONUS CHECKLIST
CONUS TO HAWAII CHECKLIST
CONUS TO JAPAN CHECKLIST
JAPAN TO CONUS CHECKLIST
NAVMED 1300/1 FAMILY MBRS
NAVMED 1300/2
DD FORM 2807-1
OVERSEAS SUITABILITY SCREENING PROCESS
DTMO
APACS
Joint Knowledge Online
SATO Travel
MILITARY ONE SOURCE
BLANK AA FORM FOR
DELAYED DEPENDENT TRAVEL
DELAYED DEPENDENT TRAVEL EXAMPLE