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  -  Overview of Services at SOUTHCOM             
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  -  TEAM SOUTHCOM - Total Engagement for All Members of U.S. Southern Command             
  -  Logistics Readiness Center-Miami             
  -  Public Notice – Environmental Assessment for the Construction of a Military Housing Development             
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-  Newcomers    -  Newcomers Main             
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  -  Newcomers to Overseas Locations in SOUTHCOM 
-  Work With Us    -  Employment | Careers             
  -  Public / Private Cooperation             
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-  FOIA    -  FOIA Main             
  -  How to file A FOIA Request             
  -  FOIA Fees and Exemptions             
  -  Your FOIA Rights             
  -  ​FOIA Reading Room 
-  Contact    -  Contact SOUTHCOM             
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# Welcome to Miami!

## If your servicemember has not yet been contacted by a sponsor and is currently unable to, **click here** to send an E-mail requesting a sponsor.

## The **U.S. Army Garrison-Miami** and **U.S. Southern Command** team is ready to help make your assignment to South Florida a rewarding experience.

## **Click Here** for a phone directory of all Installation Services. 

                        - Step 1: Not Later Than 60 Days Prior to Arrival                            - Request a sponsor 
                          - Plan your move 
Review the **MilitaryOneSource Plan My Move** site: **https://planmymove.militaryonesource.mil/**

and the **Move.mil website --**specifically**:****https://move.mil/moving-guide**  to plan your move.
 
                          - Contact the Housing Office 
**Military Housing.**The rental housing market in South Florida has a number of unique challenges for service members and their families, so it is imperative that service members contact the housing office well in advance of reporting to Miami.****

**USAG-Miami Housing Services Office is available M-F, 7:00am-4:00pm: Call (305) 437-2664 / 2636 / 2670 or by E-mail: usarmy.miami.usag.list.housing-office@mail.mil.**

Go to our Housing Page on the **Army Housing Online User Services**site for more assistance on finding a place to live in the South Florida community.**(**Select “Miami/ SOUTHCOM” under installation dropdown at top right)

The installation does not have any**on-base** temporary, unaccompanied or family housing. 

-- If you are single/unaccompanied and E5 or below, you can be accommodated in Army-leased **off-base** unaccompanied housing. 

We are committed to making your move as pleasant as possible by helping you obtain and maintain adequate housing.  We can assist you with: Commute distances & times, Local Leasing Practices, Early Termination, Pet Restrictions, Utility Deposit Waivers and more.  
 
                          - Find Schools (if applicable)
                          - Register for On-base child care (if applicable)
                          - Obtain your official passport (if required)
                          - Medical clearance for assigned location (whole family)
                          - View Installation Tour Video
                        - Step 2: Not Later Than 45 Days Prior to Arrival                            - Consider Personally Procured Moves (PPM) / Do It Yourself Moves (DITY) 
Personally Procured Moves (PPM) / Do It Yourself Moves (DITY):

Visit  **move.mil**,   There you should view the PPM checklist, register at the Defense Personal Property System, fill out and submit DD 2278 to complete your move.
- DD1797 - Counseling Checklist : This form will be automatically generated by the Defense Personal Property system upon completion of self counseling.
- DD1299 - Application for Shipment and Storage : This form will be automatically generated by the Defense Personal Property system upon completion of self counseling when you indicate storage is requested.
- DD2278 - Application for PPM (DITY) and Counseling Checklist : This form will be automatically generated by the Defense Personal Property system upon completion of self counseling for a PPM.
- SF1038 - Advance of Funds Application (PPM) : This form needs to be completed and submitted to your local finance office if you will be requesting an advance of funds to help cover some of the expenses associated with your move.
- DD1351-2 - Travel Voucher : This form needs to be completed and submitted to your local finance office at the completion of your move so you can claim all your reimbursable expenses that you are entitled to during your move. Some finance offices have online systems for this form in place, however it’s listed here if needed.
- Sample Inconvenience Claim Letter : Included is a sample inconvenience claim letter to use as an example. For more information on an Inconvenience claim, please review this  Frequently Asked Question .
- PPM Submission Checklist : The Personally Procured Move checklist will help you gather all the required documents prior to submitting your PPM voucher to the personal property office.
- ATF Form 6 (Active Duty Service Members Only) : This form is used by Active Duty Military members to apply to permanently import firearms, ammunition and implements of war into the United States.
- ATF Form 6 (Civilians & Non-Active Duty Service Members) : This form is used by civilians and non-active duty service members apply to permanently import firearms, ammunition and implements of war into the United States.
 
                          - Schedule Your Move 
Use the **Defense Personal Property System (DPS)** to schedule your move with a transportation company.

-- **Sign In to DPS** to schedule your move online (Find out **if you’re eligible to use DPS** to schedule your upcoming move).

-- If you're doing a joint move (a.k.a., a dual military move with your active duty spouse)***,***please visit your **local personal property office** to get help scheduling your move.

-- **Follow online tutorials for help logging in or using DPS.**

-- Visit **PCSmyPOV** to schedule an appointment at your assigned Vehicle Processing Center.
 
                          - arrange transport of vehicle
                          - Connect with Team SOUTHCOM (Family Readiness Group)
                          - Forward your Mail (if required) 
**Mail Forwarding**

Newly assigned personnel **may use**official mail channels for the receipt of personal, unofficial, or non-mission related mail for no more than **120 days**.

Payment of postage and related fees is the responsibility of the sender.

**Mailing Address:**     United States Army Garrison - Miami     Attention: YOUR NAME / Office     9301 NW 33rd St     Doral, FL  33172

For any postal questions contact the Garrison Mailroom at **(305)437-2191/0404**
                        - Step 3: Not Later than 30 Days Prior to Arrival                            - check out How SOUTHCOM is dealing with COVID-19
                          - Schedule Florida drivers license / vehicle registration apppointments (if required)
                          - Review Newcomers Placemat
                        - family resources once you arrive in south florida                            - after duty hours arrival contact 
Address:9301 NW 33rd StreetDoral, FL  33172

After hours contact the SOUTHCOM Duty Officer at (305)437-4900.
 
                          - Army Community Services
                          - Child and Youth Services
                          - City of Doral Parks and Recreation
                          - Employment Readiness **Family Member Employment and Education Links:****Spouse Employment and Education Links:**
**Military Spouse Employment Fact Sheet (PDF)**

**CareerSource South Florida: https://www.careersourcesfl.com*The Military Family Employment Advocacy Program (MFEA) is a state program designed to deliver priority workforce services for eligible military and family members through the Military Family Employment Advocate.​**A representative is available in Army Community Service (2nd Floor, Garrison Building) every Thursday***

**USAJobs:****https://www.usa.gov/**

**Military One Source Scholarship Site:****https://mycaa.militaryonesource.mil/mycaa/**

**MyFlorida -- The Official Portal of the State of Florida:  http://www.myflorida.com/**

**Professional Licensing - Division of Library and Information Services - Florida Department of State (myflorida.com)**

**Teaching Certification/Troops to Teachers**
 
                          - Family Advocacy
                          - FLORIDA MILITARY FRIENDLY GUIDE
                          - Florida Veterans Benefits Guide
                          - Hurricane Preparedness
                          - Military Consumer Protection Guide
                          - Newcomer’s  Walking Talking Wednesdays
                          - Regional Leave reporting requirements All DOD military and USCG personnel (active duty and reserve) traveling on **LEAVE**must obtain theater clearance approval (and country clearance approval, depending on where the traveler is going). Contractors and civilians are **not required** to submit APACS requests for personal leave in SOUTHCOM’s AOR but are encouraged to register their travel with the Department of State Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (**https://step.state.gov**) for their own safety and security. Theater Clearance Page: **https://southcom.joint.afpims.mil/Military-and-Family-Services/Theater-Clearance-Info/**Centers for Disease Control:  **https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices**State Dept. COVID-19 Traveler Info:  **https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/ea/covid-19-information.html** 
                          - Religious Support
                          - SUBSTANCE ABUSE FACEBOOK LINK
                          - Suicide Prevention
                          - Veterans Florida Website

The Army Health Clinic SOUTHCOM provides ambulatory primary healthcare services to enrolled active duty service members, adult active duty family members, and TRICARE-eligible retirees working within U.S. Army Garrison-Miami. The clinic is located on the SOUTHCOM Headquarters at 9301 NW 33rd St., Doral, Fla. 33172, in the Installation Services building, STE A1040. 

                        - QUICK LINKS: U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Services                            - Combined Phone Listing of U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Phone Numbers
                          - About the Installation
                          - About U.S. Army Garrison-Miami
                          - Family and MWR
                          - ID / DEERS Appointments
                          - Housing Services
                          - Fitness Center
                          - Army Community Services
                          - Child and Youth Services
                          - School Support Services
                          - Legal Services
                          - Passport and Visa
                          - Education Services
                          - Dept. of Army Photo Lab
                          - Suicide Prevention Resources
                        - QUICK LINKS: SOUTHCOM Military and Family Resources                            - Visiting SOUTHCOM (with directions)
                          - Army Health Clinic SOUTHCOM
                          - Hurricane Preparedness
                          - Chaplain
                          - Team SOUTHCOM - Total Engagement for All Members of U.S. Southern Command

Interactive Customer Evaluation: Tell USAG-Miami What You Think

### Stay Connected

## **SOUTHCOM COMPONENTS**

12th Air Force / Air Forces Southern

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U.S. Army South

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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South

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U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command /U.S. 4th Fleet

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Special Operations Command South

 

## **SOUTHCOM TASK FORCES**

Joint Task Force-Bravo

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Joint Task Force-Guantanamo

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Joint Interagency Task Force South

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## DIRECT REPORTING UNITS

                          -  Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation 
                          -  Naval Small Craft Instruction & Technical Training School 
                          -  Inter American Air Forces Academy 

## **SOUTHCOM ACCESS**

### PORTALS & COLLABORATIVE SITES:

                            - Webmail - CAC Access
                            - Microsoft Office Home - CAC Access
                            - Telework Access for SOUTHCOM Personnel
                            - NIPR/Internal Portals
                            - APAN (All Partners Access Network)

### SITES OF INTEREST:

                          - Theater Clearance Info
                          - Army Health Clinic SOUTHCOM
                          - Conference Center of the Americas  

### EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EO) OFFICE:

305-437-0261

### EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) OFFICE:

305-437-1826

 

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