Dd Form 1252 – Fill Out and Use This PDF

The DD Form 1252 is an essential document for individuals moving personal property, such as household goods, unaccompanied baggage, and privately owned vehicles, through US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It requires detailed information to be provided by the owner, including a declaration of the items being shipped, to claim free entry. To ensure your belongings are correctly processed and avoid potential penalties, click the button below to fill out the form accurately.

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Dd Form 1252 PDF Details

DD Form 1252 is the official US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) declaration required for Department of Defense personnel relocating personal property to the United States. The form is governed by DOD Regulation 4500.9-R Part V and covers three property categories: household goods, unaccompanied baggage, and privately owned vehicles.

Who Needs This Declaration?

This form is required for military and government personnel who are assigned to a new permanent duty station, directed to perform temporary duty overseas, directed to evacuate themselves or family members, or directed to ship personal property from an overseas location. All associated items belonging to the employee and immediate family must be declared.

Privacy and Compliance

The Privacy Act of 1974 governs how personal data on the form is collected and protected. Customs officials use the declaration to verify compliance with US import laws before releasing any shipment. For related CBP documentation, see also CBP Form 6059B (standard customs declaration) and CBP Form 1300 (Vessel Entrance or Clearance Statement).

Question	Answer
Form Name	Dd Form 1252
Agency	US Department of Defense / CBP
Form Purpose	Customs declaration for personal property shipments
Form Length	1 pages
Fillable?	No
Fillable fields	0
Avg. time to fill out	15 sec
Other names	dd form 1252, dd declaration online, dd 1252 1, 1252 declaration property

How to Edit Dd Form 1252 Online for Free

Filling out this customs declaration form is quick and easy using FormsPal's free online PDF editor. The editor receives regular updates and new features, making completion more convenient with every release. Follow these three steps:

Step 1: Click the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to open the document in the online editor.

Step 2: Use the PDF editor to fill in all required fields. You can add custom text, adjust existing content, attach photos, and apply a digital signature.

Complete each section carefully to meet US Customs and Border Protection requirements. Here is what you need to fill in:

1. Start with the declaration type and property listing. Select the correct checkbox for HOUSEHOLD GOODS, UNACCOMPANIED BAGGAGE, or PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLE. List all associated items belonging to you and your family members. Include cigars (state the number) and confirm the legal basis for your shipment.

Filling out segment 1 in dd 1252 property

2. The second stage requires your service status and travel details: DECLARATION FOR X (appropriate type), your shipment classification, cigars count, confirmation of overseas service, and your specific status (assigned to permanent duty, temporary duty, directed to evacuate, or directed to ship personal property). Add the names of covered family members and the carrier information.

dd 1252 property writing process described (step 2)

3. The third section covers logistics: NAME OF CARRIER, VOYAGE OR FLIGHT NO, SECTION B OVERSEAS PORT SHIPMENT, and DD FORM date. Follow the attachment instructions to place the form in the correct envelope, attach it to the manifest, or file it with the Origin Transportation Office. Each option corresponds to US border protection CBP requirements for importing personal property.

PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE, Origin Transportation Office file, and in No transocean cargo container of dd 1252 property

Pay special attention to the PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE field and the Origin Transportation Office file entry. Both are critical for Department of Defense compliance and must be completed accurately.

Step 3: Review all fields and click "Done" to finish. Create a free FormsPal account to download, print, or access your declaration at any time. FormsPal protects your privacy and never stores or shares any personal information you enter.

Who Needs This Customs Declaration?

This declaration is required for Department of Defense and government personnel shipping personal property under official US government relocation orders. It applies to personnel:

Assigned to a new permanent duty station
Required to perform temporary duty overseas
Directed to evacuate themselves or their family members
Directed to ship personal property from an overseas duty location

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of property can I declare?

You may declare household goods, unaccompanied baggage, and privately owned vehicles. All items must belong to you or your immediate family members and comply with US import regulations.

How do I contact CBP about my shipment?

Contact the Origin Transportation Office at your duty station for guidance on your specific shipment. For general inquiries, reach US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) through the official CBP website.

What other forms may be required?

Depending on your relocation, you may also need CBP Form 6059B for individual customs declarations, the Household Goods Descriptive Inventory for itemizing shipments, or DD Form 1351-2 for travel voucher and reimbursement claims.