If one has a license from these states, is a Resident of Puerto Rico or has an expired U.S. The only states that do NOT have reciprocity with Puerto Rico are Hawaii and Idaho. Important Documents: It is essential to hand carry the following documents: Birth, Marriage, Divorce Certificates, Medical/Dental/Shot Records, Education Transcripts/School Records, Travel Orders, POV/Household Goods Shipping Documents, Previous Year Tax Return, Wills/Real Estate Deeds/Titles, Checking/Savings Account Documents, Checkbooks, Spouse Employment Records/Resumes, etc.ĭriver’s License: If in possession of a valid license from a state that has reciprocity relations with Puerto Rico, non-resident military personnel, their spouses, and children are exempt from the requirement to obtain a Puerto Rico driver’s license. Vaccinations must be up-to date (within 6 months of arrival). For exotic pets (snakes, spiders or other unusual animals) an import license and a Fort Buchanan license is required. There are no licensing requirements for domestic pets living on-post at Fort Buchanan however, all domestic pets are required to have a permanently implanted Home Again Microchip. Pet Information: Possession of a Pit Bull dog in Puerto Rico is forbidden. Additional vehicles are subject to local government import taxes which must be paid prior to release to the owner. All active duty and civilians on transportation orders are authorized tax exemption on one privately owned vehicle. Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs) shipped to Puerto Rico must comply with U.S. For further information contact the Relocation Readiness Program at 78 or 78. The Lending Closet with basic household items is available. Newcomers’ Orientations include welcome packets, information fairs, cross cultural programs and a tour of the area. The Relocation Readiness Program provides assistance to military and civilian employees and their families prior to, during, and after a PCS move. Prior to arrival, military personnel must contact El Caney Guest House at 78, DSN 31 to make reservations or secure assistance in locating other lodging. Pets are allowed at 2 Deluxe Double Suite that are pet friendly with $75.00 deposit (not refundable) and $5 daily charge per pet. Mail enroute should be sent to 218 Brooke Street Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico 00934.įort Buchanan offers 75 guest quarters at the El Caney Guest House. See the Major Unit Listings for contact information. Buchanan, all soldiers will report to the Welcome Center during duty hours and to the Military Police desk sergeant after duty hours. Assistance at the airport can be obtained with a telephone call to the Military Personnel Office Buchanan, 78 or 78. All soldiers should contact the Airport Movement Liaison Office, 78 or DSN 31, to ensure transportation to the post is available upon arrival.
Soldiers desiring a sponsor to assist them prior to and upon arrival should contact the personnel office of the gaining unit. Virgin Islands.īase transportation is not available on Fort Buchanan. The installation also supports some 32 federal agencies stationed in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Navy Reserve personnel, DoD civilians, veterans, retirees, and military family members. Buchanan serves and supports Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard soldiers, Air Force and U.S.
Army South, provide Base Operations support, and develop and execute contingency plans.įt. The mission of Fort Buchanan is to provide Caribbean-wide support to the Department of Defense, support SOCSOUTH restationing, serve as a Power Support, Power Projection Platform by planning, preparing and executing mobilization, receive and integrate U.S.