Can I stay in on-post housing if my wife and kid move back to the states?

2017-12-01T07:04:32-05:00

She was recently informed of an amazing job opportunity back in the states, if it is confirmed, we've already had the talk and we're both ok with them moving back to the states, but the wife wants to make sure I can stay in our current house, so that I do not have to move back into the barracks. I have 2 more years here in Germany.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 1 at 2017 9:06 AM

2017-12-01T09:06:55-05:00

I believe that as long as you're married you get the housing you have , her living back in the states will be an expense to you. I could be wrong.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 1 at 2017 9:15 AM

2017-12-01T09:15:50-05:00

No, If your spouse leaves you would have to give up your house. You would also need to do an EROD (Early return of Dependents). I believe that you can get into some trouble for her leaving and remaining in housing but I'm not entirely sure. However, if she is going to go back to the states it's in your best interest to give up the housing. Once you do you'll be eligible to recieve BAH based on the location of your spouse.

Response by SGT Dave Tracy made Dec 1 at 2017 9:17 AM

2017-12-01T09:17:33-05:00

I'll be honest, I don't know, but my wife went home while I had 5 months left on Active Duty, and I just kept the fact she and the kids were across the country from me to myself. I just didn't want to deal with any potential hassles with so little time left. Can't tell you if it was the right thing to do or not. Hopefully you can find a definitive answer.

Good luck!

Response by SSG Robert Webster made Dec 1 at 2017 10:20 AM

2017-12-01T10:20:53-05:00

Two years? My advice, move into the barracks and free up the housing for another family.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 1 at 2017 10:54 AM

2017-12-01T10:54:12-05:00

You will almost certainly need to move into the barracks, but you can try for an exception to policy and see where that goes. Most likely, the limited amount of on-base housing will get you moved to the barracks.