Upon reporting to FCTCLANT Dam Neck or one of its tenant commands
contact the Vehicle Processing Center to handle incoming shipments of
POVs. The Vehicle Processing Center (VPC) in Portsmouth is the
centralized office for the entire Hampton Roads area for shipping and receiving
POVs. Members are encouraged to arrive at the VPC by 1530 to insure processing
is completed on time.
POV Shipment within the Continental United
States:
Members may be authorized to have their vehicles shipped in the
continental United States if they are assigned to a ship that is changing home
ports, have insufficient travel time to drive from the old to the new duty
stations (documented in writing by their commanding officer), or have a medical
condition that is certified in writing by a doctor. A dependent of a deceased
member may be authorized to have a vehicle shipped as well. Members believing
they meet any of these conditions should check with a counselor.
**Please note** Recent changes to the JFTR allow for one POV
to be transported between CONUS Permanent Change of Station moves when it is
determined that it is advantageous and cost-effective for the
Government. Currently, this does not apply to singles or if you have
a TDY enroute.
Picking Up Your POV:
Documents needed
to pick up your POV:
*Proper identification i.e., military ID, driver's
license;
*Your copy of DD Form 788 "Private Vehicle Shipping Document" or
commercial equivalent;
*Complete set of keys;
*Power of Attorney if your
spouse or agent picks up the POV.
The Importance of a Proper
Address:
Upon arrival at the new duty station, the member or designated
representative should contact the destination transportation office. The
telephone number will be provided by the Personal Property Office counselor. If
the vehicle has not arrived, let the office know who to contact when it does.
The destination port can only hold the vehicle for 45 days at the terminal. If a
member or representative is unable to pick up the vehicle within that 45 day
period and the vehicle is transferred to storage, the member will have to pay
the cost of storage. Again, if a designated representative is used, ensure that
person has a power of attorney or letter of authorization from the
member.
For more information visit 'WhereismyPOV' website in
Contacts.