We have everything you need to help you with your transition and getting settled in. The country boasts a multitude of historical towns and cities, romantic castles, and excellent museums. The tourism infrastructure is well developed and most of the people speak English. To learn more about German cities, castles, and festivals, take a look at our Germany map and travelogues. Use this page as your guide! Eligibility and authorization Military personnel are generally required to live on-post.
If on-post housing is not available within 60 days of arrival, authorization may be given to reside off post. Single officers and senior enlisted personnel may also be authorized to live off post. Please not that the housing office is the only entity authorized to approve off-post housing and be aware if you decide to live off post, you will be required to remain off post for a minimum of one year before you can be considered for Government Housing.
OHA includes a Basic Allowance for Housing plus additional money to assist with utilities and recurring maintenance expenses.
Note that OHA is only for the amount required to fulfill the rental contract approved by housing, i. If your rental costs are more than the total amount authorized for your grade you are responsible for paying the difference. The OHA rates are based on grade and are subject to change.
The MIHA is a one-time payment intended to offset some of the expenses incurred when initially setting-up a household off-post such as security deposits and utility hook-ups.
