Psych student here with a big question! If, say, I was to join the military and get married then deployed, would they cover the cost to move my spouse back home while I'm away? I'd really appreciate if anyone who knows more about this could help. Thanks in advance!
Military branches have varying policies, but generally, when you are assigned to a permanent change of station (PCS), and your spouse is listed as a military dependent, the military will cover the cost of moving your spouse and household goods to your duty station. However, this doesn't necessarily apply when you're deployed, as deployment is temporary and not considered a PCS.
During a deployment, your spouse typically continues to live at your current duty station, which could be overseas or stateside. If your spouse wishes to move back home during your deployment, that would generally be a personal choice and not covered by the military.
However, there are certain cases where a Command-Sponsored or Non-Command-Sponsored Evacuation may occur, leading the military to move dependents due to safety concerns, but these situations aren't the norm.
Don't forget to look up the specific policies for your intended branch of service, or to reach out to a recruiter or a military personnel office to ensure you've got the most precise and up-to-date information. planning ahead and being informed is definitely important when considering military service and family needs.
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