Welcome to the u.s. Army garrison bavaria transition center!

For a smooth transition out of the Army, start pre-transition processing early. The Transition Center plays a pivotal role offering guidance and support to ensure a smooth separation.
The DD214 is a crucial document that will be needed for various civilian purposes, including employment applications, VA benefits, and more. Ensure you receive this document and keep it in a safe place.

Normal Transition Process

Visit the Transition Center: Up to 180 days before your ETS (Expiration Term of Service) date to start planning. 

Submit all required documents on the Transition Center Checklist through a Personnel Action Request (PAR) in the Integrated Personnel and Pay System - Army (IPPS-A) no later than 120 days before your ETS date. 

This timeline ensures that all paperwork is processed efficiently, reducing the risk of delays in your separation.

Absence Request with Terminal Leave: Must be submitted and approved through IPPS-A prior to obtaining Orders. Terminal leave must end on your DATE OF SEPARATION/ETS DATE.

Transition Center Processing: Allow at least 10 business days for Transition Center processing to obtain DD214 worksheet and Orders. 
 

 

Involuntary Separation Process

Submit Chapter Documents: Chaptered Soldiers must submit all required documents from the Chapter Checklist through a Personnel Action Request (PAR) in IPPS-A to start the formal separation process.

Hand-Carry Chapter Packet: Once completed, hand-carry the Chapter Packet to the Transition Center for immediate review and to determine the Date of Separation.

Receive Separation Orders: Chaptered Soldiers will receive separation orders within 2 days after submitting the complete Chapter Packet and required documents.

Follow Installation Protocols: Chaptered Soldiers must be escorted and remain in uniform when visiting the installation.

DOWNLOAD  |  TRANSITION CENTER CHECKLIST
DOWNLOAD  |  TRANSITION CENTER CHAPTER CHECKLIST
DOWNLOAD  |  TRANSITION CENTER ADOS CHECKLIST
DOWNLOAD  |  IPPS-A (PAR) HOW TO GUIDE

Separation Brief

Click to Learn More About the Transition Process

DOWNLOAD  |  SEPARATION BRIEF

 

Retirement

DD Form 214 is the most important military document a Soldier receives. It is a snapshot of your military career and the completion and accuracy of it is invaluable.

DOWNLOAD  |  RETIREMENT PROCESS GUIDE
DOWNLOAD  |  QUESTIONAIRE 
DOWNLOAD  |  PLANNING GUIDE
DOWNLOAD  |  SURVIVAL BENEFITS PLAN (SBP)
DOWNLOAD  |  DD FORM 2656 RETIREMENT PAY
 

Officer Separations

Officer Separations

The separation process for Officers involves additional steps and documentation to ensure a proper transition from commissioned service. Officers planning to separate from the Army must complete the following requirements:

  • Soldier Request for Separation Memo
  • Separation Counseling
  • Sexual Assault Memo
  • Reserve Counseling Memo
  • Tuition Assistance Acknowledgment Memo
  • Soldier Talent Profile

All voluntary separation requests must be submitted through the officer's brigade S1 to the local Transition Center no earlier than 12 months and no later than 6 months from requested separation date. The Transition Center will then transmit the request to Human Resources Command (HRC) via IPPS-A for final processing and approval.
 

Closing Tab

Medical Separations

Once email approval message is received from the PEBLO, submit the Physical Disability Information Report (PDIR), Counseling IAW MILPER MSG 09-067 (DA4856/memo format), and required Transition Center Checklist documents to obtain DD214 and Orders.

These documents are essential for completing the next steps in the Transition process.