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I'm Using TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas

Active Duty Service Members

TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas is the only option you can use in overseas remote locations.

  • You may be required to switch to another Prime plan when you move.
  • If you move within in the same region, you only need to find a new primary care manager.
  • If you move to another region, you can transfer your enrollment to another Prime plan, depending on the location.
  • Learn More about Moving

Active Duty Family Members

Review the steps below to switch plans.

  • You may be required to switch to another Prime plan when you move.
  • If you move within in the same region, you only need to find a new primary care manager.
  • If you move to another region, you can transfer your enrollment to another Prime plan, depending on the location.
  • Learn More about Moving
I want to switch to: Follow these steps: 
TRICARE Standard Overseas

Disenroll from TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas.

  • TRICARE Standard Overseas coverage begins on the day after your TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas coverage ends.
  • You may be locked out from re-enrolling in TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas for up to one year.
TRICARE For Life

To use TRICARE For Life overseas, sign up for Medicare Part B.

  • TRICARE For Life begins as soon as you have Medicare Part A and B.
  • If under age 65, you can stay enrolled in TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas or disenroll

If you have a family member enrolled in TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas:

  • His/her enrollment is separate from yours
  • He/she can stay enrolled as long as they remain eligible
TRICARE Young Adult

If you qualify, you can purchase TRICARE Young Adult.

  • You're automatically disenrolled from TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas when you're no longer eligible.
  • Enroll within 30 days of loss of TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas to avoid a gap in coverage.
  • Go get a new ID card.

Last Updated 9/15/2015