Pet Transportation Reimbursement
Families moving a cat or dog on PCS orders
For orders dated on or after January 1, 2024, the Joint Travel Regulations allow reimbursement of certain pet relocation costs for one cat or dog per household, such as microchipping, required vaccinations, quarantine, boarding and airline fees. The cap is $550 for moves within the U.S. and $2,000 for moves to or from overseas. Pets can also fly on the AMC Patriot Express on some overseas routes, but spaces are limited and fill quickly.
How to use it
Keep receipts for every pet expense and claim them on your travel voucher; book Patriot Express pet space through your transportation office 90 to 120 days out.
Last checked 2026-10. Rules and amounts change; your installation's finance, transportation or family center office has the final word.