TLA Calculator
Estimate your daily Temporary Lodging Allowance for the KMC area. Adjust location, dependents, and duration — rates update instantly.
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TLA lodging rates are location-based, not grade-based per DoD policy.
Age 12 and over
50% of per diem (days 1–30)
Under age 12
40% of per diem (days 1–30)
Your TLA Estimate
Ramstein-Miesenbach
Daily allowance
Days 1–30
$183.75/day × 30 days
Total TLA — 30 days
$5,513
10% of KMC listings are within your $183.75/day allowance
Rates based on 2024 DoD OCONUS per diem tables. Verify at DTMO.
Understanding TLA
Everything you need to know about Temporary Lodging Allowance for your KMC PCS.
TLA is a DoD allowance paid to active-duty military members during a PCS move to help cover temporary lodging costs when government housing is not immediately available. It covers both lodging and a portion of meals and incidental expenses (M&IE).
TLA vs TQSA vs LQA
Not sure which allowance applies to you? Here's a quick breakdown.
Temporary Lodging Allowance
Lodging + M&IE during PCS transition
Who
Active-duty military
Duration
10–60 days (OCONUS)
- Covers actual lodging up to per diem ceiling
- M&IE paid as flat daily rate
- Requires housing office referral letter
- Receipts required for lodging reimbursement
Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance
Lodging + M&IE during PCS transition
Who
DoD civilians
Duration
Up to 90 days
- Civilian equivalent of TLA
- Calculated as a percentage of quarters allowance
- Authorized by agency, not military housing office
- Also available on the stateside end of PCS
Living Quarters Allowance
Ongoing rent & utilities for permanent quarters
Who
DoD civilians (OCONUS)
Duration
Full overseas tour
- Ongoing monthly allowance for permanent rent
- Based on actual rent costs, not a flat rate
- Requires lease and housing office approval
- Does not apply to military members
Rates and rules are set by the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) and updated annually. Verify current rates before submitting your claim.
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