Household Goods Weight Allowances

Every service member shipping household goods

The government will move a set weight of household goods based on your pay grade and whether you have dependents. Going over the limit means you pay for the excess, which can be expensive. Professional books, papers and equipment (and, for spouses, their professional items) can be declared separately so they do not count against your weight. Many overseas locations restrict how much you can ship because government-furnished furniture is provided.

How to use it

Check the weight table for your grade in the Joint Travel Regulations, declare pro-gear before pickup, and purge heavily before the survey.

Go to the official source

Last checked 2026-10. Rules and amounts change; your installation's finance, transportation or family center office has the final word.

Related in Moving Logistics

• Personally Procured Move (PPM / DITY)
  Families who want to move some or all of their own goods
• Move.mil and the Defense Personal Property System (DPS)
  Anyone booking a government-arranged household goods move
• Personal Property Activity (who runs military moves now)
  Every family making a PCS household goods move in 2026 and beyond
• Household Goods Loss and Damage Claims
  Families whose belongings were lost or damaged in a government move
• Plan My Move
  Anyone who wants a personalized PCS checklist
• Relocation Assistance Program and Loan Closets
  Families waiting for household goods to arrive