General
oconus
What does oconus mean?
Any duty location outside the U.S. mainland, such as overseas or in Alaska and Hawaii.
"The OCONUS tour came with a cost-of-living allowance."
Origin
U.S. military acronym, 'Outside the Continental United States.'
Frequently asked questions
What does OCONUS stand for?
It stands for 'Outside the Continental United States,' meaning any duty location off the U.S. mainland.
Does OCONUS include Alaska and Hawaii?
Yes, because they're outside the 48 contiguous states, along with overseas locations.
How is OCONUS used?
It describes assignments abroad; for example, an OCONUS tour may come with extra pay like a cost-of-living allowance.
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