You are allowed to ship one privately owned vehicle (POV) at government expense to or from an overseas area when permitted (some overseas areas restrict shipment of POVs). The entitlement to ship an otherwise eligible POV from overseas to the United States is not dependent on whether a POV was shipped to the overseas area. The entitlement to ship a POV to the overseas area and the entitlement to ship a POV from the overseas area are separate. For the purpose of this shipment, a POV is a vehicle owned by the member or a dependent of the member (member must show proof of ownership/registration or lease agreement).
When you or a designated agent pick-up the POV at the destination terminal, you must have: Proper identification - military ID, Driver's license; copy of DD Form 788, (Private Vehicle Shipping Document); Power of attorney if your spouse or agent picks up the POV. If your car is not picked up within 45 days from the postmarked date of notification of arrival, you are subject to the vehicle being placed in storage at your expense. When you pick up your vehicle, carefully inspect the exterior and interior to determine if there is any new damage. Make sure that items left in the POV at the origin terminal are still there. You could save time and money by calling before taking your vehicle in. You need the following documents before taking your car to port: PCS orders and all amendments; proof of ownership or letter from your lien authorizing car shipment. In addition, vehicles need to be in good mechanical condition.
Contact your Transportation Office for additional information as to what Port of Embarkation you will be authorized to take your vehicle for shipment. Tel: (910) 396-3505; DSN: 236-3505