DEADLINES
What time is the morning report due? Which detachment is the exception and why?
0830 Bkk time for all Detachments except Yangon because they're 30mins behind Bkk
How many bags is a post to post Marine authorized? Must specify for accession Marines and fleet Marines/post-to-post.
3 bags for accession Marines
2 for fleet Marines/post-to-post
How do you purchase your COT flight if executing in conjunction with your PCS?
LOA on approved COT Endorsement
Are Marines allowed to depart post with only an approved COT package?
No! They must have their official orders from Region
Who is responsible for ensuring a zero balance on their GTCC?
Each Marine is responsible for ensuring their GTCC has a zero balance
Which detachment stated the following "What should that date be on the reporting endorsement? He reported on the 22nd as his orders directed"?
Det Taipei - Sgt Dennis
When are New Join packages due to Region admin?
1 Day after Marine arrives
What should the address be on the 1351-2 travel claim?
Physical address of the Embassy or Consulate
How do you purchase your COT flight if going to an alternate location?
LOA on approved COT Endorsement
When will Marines receive their PCS Orders?
24-48 hours prior to departure date
When is a receipt required in a DTS voucher?
When the amount is greater than $75
Which detachments training NCO gave themself a "Required, did not take" for a pft they monitored during an SAI?
Detachment Canberra
When are New Join travel claims due to Region admin?
The day after Marine arrives
What day should the Date Joined Present Unit be on the TBIR?
The day after the Marine arrived at Post
What are the documents required for a regular COT package? (HOR)
PCSO Data Sheet
AA Form
Flights
DD form 4
How do PCS'ing off Program Marines fund their pack-out?
Line of accounting on basic orders
How many days must your GTCC be past due before it becomes delinquent?
30 Days
Which DetCdr stated "I don’t think I have to point out the responsibilities that an Assistant Detachment Commander has" as to why his A/ missed his capstone appointment at 2200?
GySgt Martinezsegundo
When are COT packages due to Region admin? Must specify for post-to-post movers and Marines PCS'ing OCONUS.
Immediately upon release of movement message for post-to-post movers.
Immediately upon receipt of OCONUS PCS orders.
True or False.
The date of arrival and the approved effective date on the COLA form is the same?
True
True or False?
You don't have to submit an updated COT package if your COT location changed and it's cheaper than you're previously approved COT?
False
Who signs the Capstone Designee on the DDf 2648?
The Detachments MSGO
Where is the GTCC SOU supposed to be uploaded after the Marine has signed?
GTCC-TRAX folder in TEAMS
Which detachment stated the following "One of the forms stated that I will receive my travel orders 24-48 hours from my departure. Basically, I am asking when will i receive orders to my next post?"
Det Beijing - Sgt Gonzalez
What is the deadline to have general correspondence to Region admin?
14 days prior to effective date
List all the orders required for a first post MGPEF Marine?
Recruit training orders
RA (if applicable)
SOI orders
MSG School House orders
Orders to post
How do you purchase PCS flights when the COT incentive is deferred?
GTCC
How many days of terminal leave are authorized without HQMC approval?
How much is the late fee on your GTCC for becoming delinquent?
$29
Which detachment had a Marine submit a fraudulent certificate that showed them being 2 paygrades higher in order to meet the rank requirement for that certificate to be ran?
Det Bangkok
How long does a Marine have to submit his DTS voucher?
5 business days after return date
If an MGPEF arrives to his 1st post on 4 April 2024, what is his rotation tour date?
4 April 2026
Are Marines authorized more than one location for alternate COT if the cost is cheaper than flying to their Home of Record?
No, only one location is authorized.
What location must Marines purchase their flights to when PCS’ing off program?
Directly to their next duty station
When are Statement in Lieu's required?
When the receipt is missing or in a foreign currency
Which MSGO did their detachments tattoo request because it was too complicated for the detachment to do? Name the detachment he did it for.
Capt Manns - Det Phnom Penh
What is the deadline to have the Outbound Interview completed and submitted to Region admin?
45 days prior to EDD
What are authorized reimbursable expenses on a new join travel claim?
Flights (including travel office fees)
Taxis
Excesses baggage
Who is the approving authority for alternate COT leave?
HQMC (MMIB-3) is the approving authority for all COT leave.
How do EAS'ing Marines purchase their flights?
Line of accounting on DMO endorsement
Are restricted flights authorized to be purchased in DTS?
No
Which detachment had a watchstander from a different detachment call GySgt Walker about their reenlistment status? When asked why they didn't go through their DetCdr, they stated they don't talk to him.
Det Manila
How long does Region admin have to submit travel claims into the system?
3 business days after the Marine arrives
What documents are required when submitting the travel claim to Region admin?
MCESG Checklist
All orders
1351-2 Travel Claim
Flights
Approved COT package (if applicable)
Receipts (if applicable)
Reporting endorsement
How does a Marine get reimbursed for COT when using their GTCC?
1351-2 travel claim
What documents are required in the OBI for Marines EAS'ing?
PCS Data Sheet
Tentative Flight
Terminal Leave Request
EAS Interview
DDF 2648
Final Physical
When are cash withdrawals authorized?
To cover incidental and miscellaneous expenses, that cannot be charged to the card as authorized by travel orders or the AO
Which Detachment had a Marine submit a DTS authorization to be reimbursed for COT leave?
Det Shenyang - Sgt Williams