Smart Checklist
A sequenced to-do list that knows which tasks come first — and which ones you can’t do until others are done.
For American Families in the KMC
Your companion for every step of your move to or out of the KMC.
Boris gives every family the same quality of guidance — whether your sponsor is incredible or completely MIA. Trust the process. Start here.
Coming Late May 2026 Free on iOS & Android
No account. No email. No tracking.
Hi, I'm Boris
The situation
PCS-ing to Germany is a lot.
New country, different banking rules, a SOFA status you’ve never had to explain, schools to research, a lease to sign in a language you don’t speak yet — and that’s before you unpack a single box.
Your sponsor may be fantastic. Or they may be deployed, overwhelmed, or simply not sure of the answers either. You deserve good information regardless.
Boris is the friend who’s done this move three times. It keeps you organized, tells you what happens next, and is honest when it doesn’t know.
What Boris does
Four things done well.
Local Directory
KMC offices, schools, banks, hospitals — with hours, addresses, and the notes that aren’t on their websites.
Timely Reminders
The 10-day vehicle import window doesn’t care if you’re jet-lagged. Boris reminds you before deadlines arrive.
Map & Emergency Info
KMC bases on a real map, with emergency numbers for German services — 112, not 911.
How we operate
Trust is the product. Full stop.
Boris is built on a simple promise: we don’t need your data to do our job. Everything below is non-negotiable.
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Privacy by Default
Boris doesn’t collect your name, email, unit, or location. There’s nothing to breach because there’s nothing stored.
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No Ads, No Tracking
No analytics scripts. No marketing pixels. No pop-ups. Local partners appear in the directory — clearly labeled — but Boris never sells your data or your attention.
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Honest When We Don’t Know
Regulations change. When Boris isn’t sure, it says so — and points you to the office that actually knows.
Who it’s for
Every status. Every situation.
The paperwork looks different depending on how you arrive. Boris handles the differences without making you explain your situation from scratch.
Active Duty
Military Members
From your orders date to final out-processing, Boris tracks your military-specific steps and deadlines.
OHA · BAH · SOFA Status
GS Civilian
Government Employees
LQA, tax equalization, and banking setup all work differently for civilians. Boris knows that.
LQA · TQSA · DCPAS
Contractor
Contractors
SOFA rights vary by contract type. Boris flags what applies to you and what you’ll need to confirm with your employer.
SOFA · LOGCAP · NATOThe lifecycle
Boris is with you the whole time.
Phase 01
PCS-In
From orders to first full week in KMC.
- Pre-departure checklist
- Housing search guide
- In-processing appointments
- Vehicle import window
Phase 02
Settled
Living your life in the KMC area.
- Local resources & directory
- Annual deadlines
- Schools & childcare
- Emergency info
Phase 03
PCS-Out
Closing out and heading to your next duty station.
- Out-processing checklist
- Vehicle export steps
- Utility & lease closeout
- Final housing inspection
See Boris in action
Everything in one place.
From your first checklist item to your final out-processing form — Boris keeps it organized, verified, and honest.
Real-Time Office Hours
Every task knows when the office is open. Boris won't tell you to go somewhere that's closed.
Document Checklists
Know exactly what to bring before you leave the house. Track which documents are ready.
Heads-Up Warnings
Cited regulations catch common mistakes — like the IDP trap that costs families time and money.
Family-Aware
Kids, pets, spouse arriving later — Boris adapts your checklist and timeline to your situation.
Status-Specific
Active duty, GS civilian, and contractor families get different answers because they have different rules.
Three Life Phases
PCS-In, Settled, and PCS-Out. Boris shows only what matters in your current phase.
Works Offline
Checklists, reminders, and emergency info work without a connection. No excuses at 2 AM.
Zero Data Collection
No account. No email. No tracking. Everything stays on your phone. Delete the app, data is gone.
Questions
Things people ask before they trust a new app.
Is Boris really free?
Yes. No in-app purchases, no premium tier, no subscription. Boris is free to download and use entirely.
How does Boris stay free?
Local businesses that serve the KMC community — restaurants, realtors, service providers — can apply to be verified and recommended in the Boris directory. They fund Boris; families never pay. We only accept businesses we’d genuinely recommend. If it’s not good enough for our own families, it’s not in Boris.
Do I need to create an account?
No account, no email address, no profile. You download it and use it. Your data stays on your device.
Does Boris track my location?
Only if you explicitly allow it to show nearby resources on the map — and only in that moment. Boris never tracks you in the background.
Is this an official DoD or Army app?
No. Boris is an independent project built by someone who has lived the KMC move. It’s not affiliated with the Department of Defense or any military branch.
What if information in the app is wrong or outdated?
We update Boris regularly and flag anything we’re uncertain about. If you spot something wrong, there’s a feedback button in the app and you can reach us at hello@borispcs.com.
Does Boris work for GS civilians and contractors, not just military?
Yes. The checklists and directory adapt based on your status. OHA is different from LQA, and SOFA rights differ between military and contractor. Boris handles those differences.
What if my sponsor is already great?
Then you’re lucky — Boris will still be useful. Having a good sponsor and having good information aren’t mutually exclusive.
Does Boris work offline?
Core features — checklists, reminders, emergency numbers — work fully offline after the first download. The directory and map need a connection for fresh data.
For Local Businesses Für lokale Unternehmen
Reach the families others can't. Erreichen Sie Familien, die andere nicht erreichen.
Thousands of American families arrive in the KMC every year. They don't read local newspapers. They don't search on Google.de. They ask each other — and they ask Boris. Jedes Jahr kommen Tausende amerikanische Familien in die KMC. Sie lesen keine lokalen Zeitungen. Sie suchen nicht auf Google.de. Sie fragen einander — und sie fragen Boris.
Boris Verified Boris Verifiziert
Your business appears with a gold trust badge in the only directory these families actually use. Not a paid ad — a verified recommendation. Ihr Unternehmen erscheint mit einem goldenen Vertrauens-Badge im einzigen Verzeichnis, das diese Familien tatsächlich nutzen. Keine bezahlte Anzeige — eine verifizierte Empfehlung.
The Right Audience Die richtige Zielgruppe
American military families, GS civilians, and contractors who need your services but can't find you through German search or word-of-mouth yet. Amerikanische Militärfamilien, GS-Zivilisten und Auftragnehmer, die Ihre Dienste brauchen, Sie aber über deutsche Suchmaschinen oder Mundpropaganda noch nicht finden können.
Zero Effort Null Aufwand
No ad creative, no campaign management, no dashboards. We verify your business, write your listing, and put you in front of families the day they arrive. Keine Werbemittel, keine Kampagnenverwaltung, keine Dashboards. Wir verifizieren Ihr Unternehmen, erstellen Ihren Eintrag und präsentieren Sie den Familien ab dem Tag ihrer Ankunft.
Interested? Let's talk. Interesse? Lassen Sie uns sprechen.
No commitment. No contracts. Just a conversation about whether Boris is right for your business. Keine Verpflichtung. Keine Verträge. Einfach ein Gespräch darüber, ob Boris zu Ihrem Unternehmen passt.
hello@borispcs.comBoris partners are hand-selected. We only recommend businesses we'd send our own families to. Boris-Partner werden handverlesen ausgewählt. Wir empfehlen nur Unternehmen, zu denen wir unsere eigenen Familien schicken würden.
Almost ready
Boris is coming. It’ll be free. No strings.
No account to create. No email to give. Launching late May 2026.
Coming Late May 2026 Free on iOS & Android
