How does a PCS affect Dislocation Allowance eligibility?

• A. DLA eligibility is tied to PCS orders; the amount and timing depend on orders and regulations.
• B. DLA is paid automatically after any PCS move, regardless of orders.
• C. DLA is never paid for PCS moves.
• D. DLA depends only on the member's rank and not on orders.

Answer: (A)

Dislocation Allowance is tied to your PCS orders. It exists to help with the costs of relocating your household when official orders require a move to a new duty station. Because it hinges on those orders, whether you’re eligible, how much you receive, and when you’re paid all depend on the specifics of the PCS orders and the regulations that govern DLA. If you don’t have PCS orders that require a household relocation, DLA wouldn’t apply. It isn’t automatic after every PCS, and it isn’t determined by rank alone.