PCS TO Okinawa

If you are about to PCS to Okinawa, or are sponsoring someone that is PCS’ing, congratulations! Before you do so, there are several things you must do.

In a COVID-19 environment, PCS just got more difficult, but we have lined out the step-by-step process for PCS that you need to follow to ensure a smooth PCS process. Start with the tab below that reflects your status (unaccompanied, accompanied, civilian, sponsor).

GENERAL INFORMATION

Once you arrive to Okinawa, your first major task will be to go to the Newcomers Orientation. There you will spend a day learning about Okinawa, available resources, and a multitude of pertinent information as well as take the test for your driver’s license. Please visit the below links to start familiarizing yourself with options available to you.

School and Childcare

Driving and Transportation

Marine and Family Programs - Resources

Once you are assigned a sponsor, you will have someone dedicated to assist with the process of moving overseas. In the meantime, there is a wealth of resources and information that is available for you to browse through to familiarize yourself with the upcoming PCS move requirements, your new duty station, and the island of Okinawa.

Please visit the MCCS Okinawa website to begin your research. The Welcome Aboard page is designed to provide useful information to help organize your transition. This section offers the below information:

Okinawa PCS Must Know Information

Sponsorship Booklet

Travel and Arrival

Newcomers Orientation

Housing and Pets

School Liaison Officer

Marine and Family Programs

 IN THE KNOW: 1st MAW Resource Tool

IN THE KNOW: How to Apply For Off-Base Housing

IN THE KNOW: Moving to Okinawa with Pets- Required Documentation

IN THE KNOW: Moving to Okinawa with Pets- Vaccines

IN THE KNOW: Moving to Okinawa with Pets- Arrival

IN THE KNOW: Moving to Okinawa with Pets- Tips

IN THE KNOW: Buying a Vehicle from a Dealership

IN THE KNOW: Buying a Car from Private owner