Living Overseas Articles

Moving to a foreign country can be the ultimate military adventure. However, it does require some preparation, guidance and a dose of patience. Military OneSource can help you make the most of your time abroad with pointers on adjusting to your new home, information on finding employment for spouses, advice for getting around and ideas for assimilating your kids to a new culture.

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Moving Overseas With Children
Aug. 22, 2022, 7:24 a.m. 4 minute read

Moving overseas is an adventure that few families get the chance to experience together. Foreign countries with different languages and customs offer opportunities for kids to explore and learn.
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Living Overseas on Military Pay: What to Expect
July 27, 2022, 9:55 a.m. 5 minute read

Overseas or OCONUS permanent change of station orders can be exciting, especially if you’ve never been outside of the continental United States. The military can help you with the added costs of an international move and living expenses abroad.
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Passenger and Pet Transportation for PCS Moves
March 9, 2022, 1:05 p.m. 4 minute read

Check out essential information regarding passenger and pet travel for your PCS or military move.
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Celebrating the Holidays at an Overseas Duty Station
March 8, 2022, 9:28 a.m. 3 minute read

The chance to live overseas together is an exciting opportunity for military families.
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How to Adjust to a Foreign Culture
March 7, 2022, 10:46 a.m. 4 minute read

Living abroad is an exciting opportunity to experience diverse cultures and environments and to meet people from all over the world.