What is DLA (Dislocation Allowance)?

DLA is a flat-rate payment to partially reimburse expenses when relocating on PCS orders. The amount depends on pay grade and dependency status. In 2026, DLA ranges from $1,870.58 (E-1 without dependents) to $6,385.58 (O-7+ with dependents). Source: DTMO, effective January 1, 2026.

What is the MALT rate for PCS in 2026?

The Mileage Allowance in Lieu of Transportation (MALT) rate for PCS travel in 2026 is $0.205 per mile. Travel days are calculated at 1 day per 400 miles of official distance. Source: DTMO, effective January 1, 2026.

What is a PPM (Personally Procured Move)?

A PPM (formerly DITY move) allows you to move your household goods yourself instead of using a government-contracted mover. You are reimbursed 100% of what the government would have paid for the move. If your actual costs are less than the reimbursement, you keep the difference tax-free (with proper documentation).

How many days of TLE can I get?

For CONUS PCS moves, you can receive up to 14 days of Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE) combined at your old and new duty stations. TLE covers lodging and meals while waiting for permanent housing. For OCONUS moves, Temporary Lodging Allowance (TLA) may be authorized for longer periods.

What is my PCS weight allowance?

PCS weight allowances range from 5,000 lbs (E-3 and below, without dependents) to 18,000 lbs (O-7 and above). Having dependents increases your allowance. If you exceed your weight limit, you are responsible for the excess weight charges. Source: Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).

2026 PCS Entitlements Estimator

Estimate your total PCS entitlements — DLA, mileage (MALT), per diem, TLE, weight allowance, and PPM reimbursement. All from official 2026 JTR and DTMO rates.

Updated March 19, 2026 with Official DoD Rates

PCS Entitlements Estimator

Estimate DLA, mileage (MALT), per diem, TLE, and PPM reimbursement — all 2026 DoD rates.

Move Type

TMO arranges shipment — you pay nothing within your weight limit, but receive no cash for the move.

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Pay Grade

Dependents

Age 12+

Under age 12

Affects DLA rate, per diem, TLE, and weight allowance

Move Details

Estimated Driving Distance (miles)

One-way mileage — used to calculate MALT and authorized travel days

Estimated HHG Weight: 5,000 lbs

With a government move, TMO ships your HHG at no cost — weight doesn't affect your cash entitlements. Switch to PPM to see weight-based reimbursement.

Estimated TLE Days: 5 (up to 14 authorized)

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Your DLA, weight allowance, and total entitlements will appear here.

Disclaimer: Estimates based on published 2026 DoD rates. DLA effective Jan 1, 2026 (DTMO MAP 72-25(I)). MALT $0.205/mile (DTMO). Actual entitlements depend on your orders, authorized DTOD route, and finance approval. PPM rates are approximate. Verify with your transportation office.

About: Uses 2026 rates from DTMO, DFAS, and the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) to estimate total PCS entitlements in one place — replacing lookups across 4+ government sources.

Data Sources

PCS entitlements: Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). DLA, mileage (MALT), per diem, and TLE rates from DTMO. Weight allowances per JTR Appendix K.

Data Sources & Methodology

DLA rates from DTMO MAP 72-25(I), effective January 1, 2026 (3.8% increase over 2025). MALT rate $0.205/mile from DTMO MAP 73-25(I), effective January 1, 2026. Per diem at the standard CONUS rate of $109/day ($70 lodging + $39 M&IE), FY2026. TLE based on JTR Chapter 5, up to 14 days CONUS combined at old and new duty stations. Weight allowances from the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), 2026 edition. PPM reimbursement per JTR par. 051202 at 100% of estimated government cost; figures are approximate.

Last reviewed: March 19, 2026 • Verify rates at travel.dod.mil

2026 DLA Rates by Pay Grade

Source: DTMO, effective January 1, 2026. Partial DLA: $1,002.71.

Pay Grade	Without Dependents	With Dependents
O-10	$5,187.33	$6,385.58
O-9	$5,187.33	$6,385.58
O-8	$5,187.33	$6,385.58
O-7	$5,187.33	$6,385.58
O-6	$4,758.96	$5,749.63
O-5	$4,583.51	$5,542.06
O-4	$4,247.61	$4,885.43
O-3	$3,404.11	$4,041.88
O-2	$2,700.31	$3,451.28
O-1	$2,273.82	$3,085.23
O-3E	$3,675.83	$4,343.80
O-2E	$3,124.87	$3,919.27
O-1E	$2,687.09	$3,621.10
W-5	$4,315.51	$4,715.58
W-4	$3,832.45	$4,323.11
W-3	$3,221.08	$3,960.78
W-2	$2,860.70	$3,643.75
W-1	$2,394.55	$3,151.31
E-9	$3,147.54	$4,149.51
E-8	$2,888.97	$3,824.94
E-7	$2,468.19	$3,551.31
E-6	$2,389.42	$3,548.02
E-5	$2,389.42	$3,548.02
E-4	$2,389.42	$3,548.02
E-3	$2,355.48	$3,548.02
E-2	$2,025.26	$3,548.02
E-1	$1,870.58	$3,548.02

2026 PCS Weight Allowances (lbs)

Source: Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Exceeding your allowance results in excess weight charges.

Pay Grade	Without Dependents	With Dependents
O-10	18,000	18,000
O-9	18,000	18,000
O-8	18,000	18,000
O-7	18,000	18,000
O-6	18,000	18,000
O-5	16,000	17,500
O-4	14,000	17,000
O-3	13,000	14,500
O-2	12,500	13,500
O-1	10,000	12,000
O-3E	13,000	14,500
O-2E	12,500	13,500
O-1E	10,000	12,000
W-5	16,000	17,500
W-4	14,000	17,000
W-3	13,000	14,500
W-2	12,500	13,500
W-1	10,000	12,000
E-9	13,000	15,000
E-8	12,000	14,000
E-7	11,000	13,000
E-6	8,000	11,000
E-5	7,000	9,000
E-4	7,000	8,000
E-3	5,000	8,000
E-2	5,000	8,000
E-1	5,000	8,000

Understanding Your PCS Entitlements

A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is one of the biggest financial events in military life. The government provides several entitlements to help offset the cost, but understanding what you qualify for — and how much — requires piecing together information from multiple sources.

DLA: Your Moving Expense Cushion

The Dislocation Allowance is a flat-rate payment that partially covers expenses the military doesn't directly reimburse — security deposits, utility hookups, cleaning fees, replacing household items that didn't survive the move, and other incidentals. It's paid once per PCS and varies by rank and whether you have dependents. You can request it as an advance before your move.

PPM vs. Government Move: Which Is Better?

With a government move, the military hires a contractor to pack, ship, and deliver your household goods. You don't pay anything (within your weight limit), but you also don't receive any extra money. With a PPM (Personally Procured Move, formerly DITY), you move your own stuff and the government reimburses you 100% of what they would have paid the contractor. If you can move for less than that amount — renting a truck, enlisting friends, driving yourself — you keep the difference tax-free. The trade-off: more work, more planning, but potentially thousands in profit.

Don't Forget TLE

Temporary Lodging Expense covers up to 14 days of hotel and meals at your old and/or new station while you wait for housing. Many families forget to claim this — it can be worth $1,000+ depending on family size. Keep all receipts. For overseas moves, TLA (Temporary Lodging Allowance) can cover even longer stays.