Before You Move All soldiers who are PCSing to new duty stations should contact their local installation Transportation
Office as soon as possible after receiving orders.Inventory your household goods and prepare a weight es- timate. Check your estimated weight against the
weight chart.
Carefully determine your shipping date and avoid changing it once it's set. You must be present during
packing and pickup. If you must change dates, callthe Transportation Office-not the moving company.
Dismantle outdoor play equipment and suchstructures as prefab storage sheds.Remove items from the walls- pictures, curtain rods,
mirrors, utensil racks, etc.Remove the TV antenna, if you have one.Make sure the packers wrap and pack everythingdon't
let them tell you they have to take something to the warehouse to be packed.Remove items fron attics, crawl spaces and other
similar storage areas. Movers are not required to gointo areas that are not accessible by a permanent
stairway.Do not argue with the movers-contact the
Transportation Office.706-5454857/3156/225 Separate professional items and mark them so they
are not counted against your weight allowance.Empty, defrost and clean refrigerator and freezers
that are to be shipped, allow to dry at least two days.Before you arranged a DO-IT-YOURSELF move,
contact the Transportation Office.
Make arrangements to attend a premove workshop through your Transportation or Army Community
Service Office, Relocation Program.Note: Start saving now. Any PCS move is going to
cost money. Experts say 3 to 6 months pay in reserve will cover emergencies amply.After You Arrive
Soldiers and newly assingned families are asked tovisit the installation Army  Community Service (B-2624)Admin Office………………………….….706-545-0601
Program. You will be able to get general information about your new installation.All military spouses are encouraged to attend the
monthly Spouse Orientation/ Newcomer Program.This orientation will provide information about allthe installations services and facilities. Upon your
arrival contact the Relocation Program about date and times. (706)706-545-4043.All soldiers inprocess through the Welcome Center.
It is located on Dixie Rd., Soldiers' Plaza in Bldg.2607, (706) 706-545-7510..GETTING HERE
Driving Directions

In Transit Emergencies

Soldiers and their families relocating to this installation in emergency situations should contact the Staff Duty Officer at DSN 835-2218 or (706) 545-2218. The soldier on duty will determine the nature of your emergency and refer you to the appropriate service agency

WHEN YOU ARRIVE
ARRIVAL INFORMATION
Arriving at
Fort Benning
All permanent party personnel are required to report to the
Installation Replacement Division Building 2607 located inSoldiers’ Plaza. This facility is open 24 hours, seven days a
week. New arrivals to Fort Benning will receive a convenientand short in processing, usually ranging between one
to three days, depending on the date and time arrival. Soldiershere in TDY status, need to report directly to the unit
stated on their orders. The unit will schedule all necessary appointments.To in process, Soldiers will need copies of their PCS
orders (with amendments if applicable), DA Form 31(leave form), personnel file and medical and dental
records. Officers and NCOs need a copy of their latestOER/NCOER or DA Form 1059. For more information,
call (706) 545-4577/3608.
Army CommunityServices RelocationReadiness Program Moving is a natural part of life for Soldiers and their Families.
The Fort Benning Army Community Service CenterRelocation Readiness Program offers comprehensive services
to Soldiers and Family Members that are designed to assist with their Permanent Change of Station move to Fort Benning
and make the process as smooth as possible. The relocationprogram-lending closet is available to personnel and
their Families newly assigned to Fort Benning. The LendingCloset provides kitchen totes, irons, ironing boards,
sleeping mats, infant items and other household items.These items are loaned to Soldiers and their Families awaiting
shipment of their household goods, which is typically30 days. Exceptions are made when there is an unforeseen
delay. Newcomer family orientations and bus tours are2008 Arrival Information held monthly (except in December). This is a great
opportunity to get to know all about Fort Benning and the surrounding area. Soldiers, Families andCivilians are encouraged to attend. The program
also provides comprehensive welcome packets,available upon request. For more informationconcerning relocation services and programs
or general information regarding Fort Benning and the surrounding community, call(706) 545-0403/4485.
IN PROCESSING
All officers and enlisted soldiers must report to the Welcome Center on arrival.
The Personnel Center is located at Benning Drive Bldg Number 2622. You can reach them at 706-545-6175

You can expect to be with the detachment for 5 days. When you get signed in, you will receive a billeting assignment, bedding and a temporary meal card if you are not on separate rations. If your family arrives with you, Fort Benning Lodging will help make them comfortable during your inprocessing.
To make things easier with attaining temporary housing for your family, please make reservations at Fort Benning Lodging. (706)689-0067.

You should have all of your personal records on hand. Personnel, Finance, Medical and Dental.
You must be in uniform to inprocess. The duty uniform at Fort Benning, GA is PT. Be
sure that you have enough uniforms with you to begin duties after inprocessing.

Welcome to Fort Benning, GA home of your new duty station. We recommend that you make hotel reservations well in advance of your arrival. During the PCS season Fort Benning Lodging is often fully booked. If you have reservations please make sure you keep your confirmation number with you, this is your proof of reservation, without it your room may be assigned to someone else. The phone number for Fort Benning Lodging is 706-689-0067 ex. 2800/2538. In addition to the Fort Benning Lodging, several other options are available. Local Hotels
Housing - Overview for Fort Benning

Child And Teen Services

For Teens Only

Child Care Programs - on Installation