How long does efmp in Germany take to approve command sponsorship ?

Brianna Taylor — Sun, 28 Oct 2018 16:03:56 -0400

How long does efmp take to approve command sponsorship for Germany? My husbands orders have already been cut and he is heading there without me. I’m worried I won’t get approved because I’m hard of hearing. However, will it be a hassle to amend his orders if he’s already there? Is there a big chance of me not getting approved? If I go get approved, how long would it take for me to meet him out there?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 28 at 2018 5:08 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 28 Oct 2018 17:08:45 -0400

Let me address those one at a time.
1. There is no reason to expect your EFMP. to be denied unless you need special treatment.
2. It's unusual that you aren't already on his orders unless you two are recently married. The screening and amendment process is fairly straightforward if completed prior to PCS. It will probably take you longer to get your passport than the amended orders. If it's initiated once he's over there, it's a lot more difficult and slower, there are just more steps and depending on where you are it can be a hassle for you both.
I acquired custody of my kids after arriving OCONUS and it took about 90 days to get them approved, but my case had a lot of hiccups. Once you have the EFMP screening complete and signed by a military doctor in your husband's branch, it should be about 60 days.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2018 8:27 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 20:27:14 -0400

Mrs. Taylor, the information that’s been provided is spot on. Also have your husband talk to his Platoon Sergeant about these challenges so he/she can assist you all with the process since you two are new to the military....Good Luck to you