Your supervising officer or institutional case manager in your sending state is the best source of information. They can give you updates throughout the transfer. If you feel you are not getting enough help, contact your sending state’s Compact Office. See Compact Office Directory.

Some people may qualify for reporting instructions, which let you be in the receiving state during the 45-day investigation period. This is most common if you were already living in the receiving state when you were sentenced or if both states agree there is an emergency. Contact your supervising officer or Compact Office for details. See the Compact Office Directory.

The 45-day period starts when the receiving state gets the completed Transfer Request, no matter how long it takes the sending state to submit the paperwork. (See Rule 3.104)

You can help by cooperating, providing correct information, and gathering the right documents. Here are some tips:

• Talk with your supervising officer about the process. States may have different rules, such as application fees.
• Attend required meetings and cooperate with officers during the transfer process.
• Provide accurate contact information for your sponsor, family, or employer, and verify your residence, job, or school with supporting documents if needed.
• Your residence must be a physical address—P.O. Boxes are not accepted.
• Follow all terms and conditions while waiting for transfer approval, including appointments and home or work visits.
• Review and sign all required forms.
• Make sure your sponsor, family, or employer are ready to cooperate when contacted.
• Submit any extra documents requested by your officer and follow all instructions about treatment, housing, or assessments.
• If required, comply with registration requirements (for example: Arson, Gun, or Sex Offender registries).
• Comply with any protection/no contact orders.
• Stay in the sending state until your transfer is officially approved.