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Discover practical tips, real stories, and tools to help you and your family navigate every twist and turn. Whether you’re new to the journey or a seasoned pro, find resources, videos, and calculators to make life abroad easier.

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Your Foreign Service Toolkit

Your go-to resource for Foreign Service life, tools, and stories

TQSA and Miscellaneous Expense Estimator

Estimate your Transfer allowances including TQSA!

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OB MEDEVAC Per Diem Estimator

Estimate your per diem allowances for an OB MEDEVAC.

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Salary Calculator & Comparison Tool

Estimate gross and net pay for various posts using 2025 scales.

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Education Allowance Estimator

Estimate K-12 costs for multiple children, compare posts, and demystify DSSR rules.

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New Parent Planner

Navigate your OB Medevac with a comprehensive task checklist.

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myFSpal PCS Planner

Simplify your overseas transfer with a personalized task list.

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myStuff PCS Organizer

Manage your personal inventory for PCS moves.

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Education Allowance Estimator

Estimate K-12 costs for multiple children, compare posts, and demystify DSSR rules.

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Blog

Find helpful stories for tackling Foreign Service challenges.

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