The spouse must have been married to the active duty military member prior to the military member's reporting date into the new geographic area. If eligible for spouse preference based on EO12721, a copy of Form 5433R is required, or eligibility must be annotated on the SF50. The spouse cannot be registered prior to 30 days before the sponsor's reporting date to the new duty station.
Registration is limited to activities within the commuting areas of the sponsor's new duty station.
Registration data must be kept current. Offers must be accepted or declined within 3 days. Individuals may be registered for grades as low as they will accept, and may be registered for only the highest grade they have held permanently, and for which they are best qualified. Registration may be delayed until arrival at new duty location. Whether the individual registers at the losing or gaining station, they should report to the gaining CPO upon arrival in the area.