Posted on Feb 6, 2019
We are Dual Military being stationed apart. How long does it takes before we could be together in one station?
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So, I’m currently stationed here in Korea and my husband is at Washington, DC. The branch manager gave me an PCS order to Texas cause he cannot put me somewhere in Virginia cause I don’t have a security clearance yet. He said that the best thing that he could is to place my husband in his next assignment to where I am going.
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Enlistment means duty to your MOS/job and your country. The military won't accommodate your marriage like the civilian world will (in most cases). Just keep on top of trying to get stationed together, or in the same location. Eventually you might get it worked out, but don't hold your breath.
Just remember, they didn't sign you up for enlistment as a couple, they signed you up as individuals.
Just hang in there. Eventually it might all come together, but don't expect special treatment right away just because you are married. Look at it this way...at least you will be in the same country, so that is a good start. Work on it from that point.
Just remember, they didn't sign you up for enlistment as a couple, they signed you up as individuals.
Just hang in there. Eventually it might all come together, but don't expect special treatment right away just because you are married. Look at it this way...at least you will be in the same country, so that is a good start. Work on it from that point.
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SPC Jerry Jones
Here is the thing though...
In accordance with AR 614-200 Section IV, enrollment in the MACP does not guarantee reassignment together but does ensure that both Soldiers will be automatically considered for future joint-domicile assignments.
…with the needs of the Army being the final determining factor.
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There is no guarantee, and the needs of the accommodating service branch are the determining factor. If they don't feel the need to station you two together, then your chances are lower.
But, like I said, just keep trying. Both of you just keep a good, clean record and and your chances will be greater. Marital stress (from being separated) does cause stress factors in your performance, so I do understand the situation. Just stay on top of it and I think your chances will get better. I have seen it happen where couples do end up getting stationed together, but it might take some time. Just hang in there and keep a clean record.
In accordance with AR 614-200 Section IV, enrollment in the MACP does not guarantee reassignment together but does ensure that both Soldiers will be automatically considered for future joint-domicile assignments.
…with the needs of the Army being the final determining factor.
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There is no guarantee, and the needs of the accommodating service branch are the determining factor. If they don't feel the need to station you two together, then your chances are lower.
But, like I said, just keep trying. Both of you just keep a good, clean record and and your chances will be greater. Marital stress (from being separated) does cause stress factors in your performance, so I do understand the situation. Just stay on top of it and I think your chances will get better. I have seen it happen where couples do end up getting stationed together, but it might take some time. Just hang in there and keep a clean record.
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He has to be eligible to move, which is usually three years on station and can be waived down to two years.
Most likely he'll roll into his reenlistment window in a year and he can reenlist to where you're headed to. He'll be able to PCS at two years on station at that point.
Most likely he'll roll into his reenlistment window in a year and he can reenlist to where you're headed to. He'll be able to PCS at two years on station at that point.
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From the US Army HRC website:
"In accordance with AR 614-200 Section IV, enrollment in the MACP does not guarantee reassignment together but does ensure that both Soldiers will be automatically considered for future joint-domicile assignments. Soldiers should submit a DA Form 4187 requesting enrollment in the MACP, with a copy of their marriage certificate to their Bde S-1/BCT or MPD who will take the necessary action to update to the Total Army Personnel Data Base (TAPDB)."
So basically, the short answer is that it isn't guaranteed, though it is likely to happen. What I saw working PAB was on average 2 deployment cycles for both partners to be on the same page. When is your husband due to cycle next? It sounds like your branch manager was being sincere when they said that the best bet would be for your husband to meet up with you in Texas if you're going to PCS first.
"In accordance with AR 614-200 Section IV, enrollment in the MACP does not guarantee reassignment together but does ensure that both Soldiers will be automatically considered for future joint-domicile assignments. Soldiers should submit a DA Form 4187 requesting enrollment in the MACP, with a copy of their marriage certificate to their Bde S-1/BCT or MPD who will take the necessary action to update to the Total Army Personnel Data Base (TAPDB)."
So basically, the short answer is that it isn't guaranteed, though it is likely to happen. What I saw working PAB was on average 2 deployment cycles for both partners to be on the same page. When is your husband due to cycle next? It sounds like your branch manager was being sincere when they said that the best bet would be for your husband to meet up with you in Texas if you're going to PCS first.
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