MISSION: The Transition Center is responsible for assisting Soldiers and families who are transitioning from military service. From normal ETS to voluntary and involuntary separations and retirements, we strive to ensure that the needs of the Soldiers, families and their command are met with the highest professional courtesy and ethics. It is our privilege to serve those who have served our country.
Briefing Schedule: Pre-separation briefings are held in building 417 on Fort Myer the second Tuesday of every month. Please contact MPD’s Transition Center the day prior to verify there are no changes to location or briefing time.
Separation Required Documents:
1. ETS/UQR/2-Time Non-Select Checklist
2. DA 31 (Leave Form)
3. DA 2648 (E-form SFL-TAP)
4. Initial Enlistment Contract bringing you on AD
6. All previous DD 214/NGB 22/NGB 23/ DA 5016
7. PERSTEMPO Memo from S1
8. Separation Address
9. Next of Kin name and address (Please provide on separate papers)
Tips for a Smooth Transition:
1. Address all concerns through your unit S1
2. Separation orders will be published within 7-10 business days of receipt of separation paperwork.
3. The DD214 Worksheet will be published and forwarded to the unit S1 along with separation orders
4. Request Installation Clearance Papers (ICP)
5. Request personnel out-processing appointment
6. Once the ETS/Separation orders are published, the Action Officer will make an appointment
7. The appointment will be the day prior to the start of the SM’s transition leave
8. Appointment days and times will be emailed to the unit S1 for distribution
9. Request Finance Final Out-Processing Appointment
10. The SM must ensure they have all documents on the out-processing checklist
11. If the SM is unable to attend the appointment, they must contact the appropriate POC for cancellation notification and rescheduling