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Military Personnel Flight

It's the mission of the Military Personnel Flight to provide quality personnel support. They cover everything from ID cards to base in-processing, assignments, reenlistments, and retirements for all Airmen and their families. Additionally, they are the one-stop source for evaluations, promotions, testing, awards, and decorations, or other special actions.

The MPF also handle the distribution of CAC cards. In order to obtain one, appointments are made by phone or digital sign-ups. However, they understand it’s possible that there are no available appointments for you to sign up for before your ID expires. Therefore, for those in a time crunch, there are special walk-in hours.

Passport Office

Passport Services

Exemption Vignette

Exemption Vignettes Checklist 

Exemption Vignette

DOD Military members and family members do not require a visa upon entry or for their duration of time in the United Kingdom. The exemption vignette which acts as a Visa allows dependents (spouses and children under 21 years of age) of military members to reside in country for the duration of their sponsors’ tour. It is encouraged as it can assist with off base employment, UK schooling, renting UK property, UK Entry, etc. The vignette is free and will be placed in the no-fee passport or foreign passport. This document is not required but is high recommended for foreign dependents.

Newborn Package

Newborn Package Checklist (CRBA, Tourist, SSN) 

  • One appointment is required for a Consular Report Birth Abroad, Tourist Passport, and Social Security Cards for newborns.
  • All babies born OCONUS are required to obtain a CRBA prior to departure from the U.K. as it needed to obtain U.S. citizenship and for a Tourist passport and SSN.
  • It required for all eligible dependents to obtain a no-fee passport while residing overseas.
  • Once the initial the CRBA, Tourist Passport have been received by the family members may apply for No-Fee passport.

NOTE: We highly encourage parents to apply for a tourist and no-fee passport for their newborn, they must be command sponsored and enrolled in DEERS to apply for a no-fee passport. Also, both parents and the baby must be present during the appointment. 

No-Fee Passport

No-Fee Passports Checklist (Initial/Renewal)

No-fee passports are not to be used for leisure travel; they are for official travel only.

 According to the Foreign Clearance Guide Eligible Family members (U.S. Citizens) are required to obtain a No-Fee passport prior to departure to the United Kingdom. The no-fee passport can only be obtained if dependents are on orders or command sponsored and are stationed overseas. This passport CANNOT be used for leisure travel. It can only be used when entering the country, the member is stationed. If the member requires an exemption vignette, it will also be placed in the no-fee passport. Eligible family members and DOD military members do not require a visa for country entrance. All members are required to always travel with their PCS Orders, NATO Orders, and military ID.

Passport and visa requirements may vary for non-US citizens and for dual nationals traveling on non-US passports. Such travelers should check with the nearest host nation embassy or consulate to determine what credentials are required for entry.

 

Official Passport

Official Passport Checklist (Initial/Renewal)

The official passport can only be obtained if a member is traveling to a country that requires the official passport and/or visa upon entry, based on the foreign clearance guide. This passport CANNOT be used for leisure travel. It can only be used for official travel purposes (deployments, TDY, etc.). This passport is FREE of charge and paid for by the DOD U.S. Government.

For the Special Issuance Agency here at RAF Mildenhall to process Official Passport members must adhere to the checklist. The members requesting a Special Issuance passport must present their Orders (CED/TDY/VOCO) when normal conditions exist for entry into the country. When orders are unavailable customers/units may request official passports using one of the three waiver options. Under normal conditions, passports can normally be processed within six to eight weeks.

 

Waiver Options:

Option 1) a memo in lieu of orders;

Option 2) a deployment/movement memorandum;

 *** The memorandum request must be signed by an O-6 or equivalent from the organization that is requesting the exception***

 Option 3) a passport waiver request

352 SOW WING-The approved 16 Oct 18 SIA waiver memo falls under option 3 but will be in addition to the three Option Waivers.

Note: According to Attachment General PP Waiver Keep in mind that options one and two above are preferred, available options to Commanders when orders are not available and conditions exist that satisfy the requirements of either of these options. 

 

Tourist Passport

Tourist Passport Checklist (Initial/Renewal)

Military members must obtain a tourist passport for leisure travel to other countries.

Command-sponsored family members (U.S. citizens) are highly encouraged to have both tourist and no-fee passports while residing in the United Kingdom. Travelers planning to perform unofficial (personal) travel during or in conjunction with their official overseas assignments, should obtain (at their own expense) a Regular (Tourist) Passport prior to departure from CONUS. If members are unable to obtain a tourist passport prior to their PCS from CONUS or OCONUS they may obtain a tourist passport at the RAF Mildenhall Passport location. At this time Tourist passports are limited to 0830-0930.

How to Book Appointments for Passport Services

To book an appointment for the RAF Mildenhall passport office please go to the following link.
https://rafmildenhallpassports.setmore.com/

We are accepting applications for No – Fee Passports, Official Passports, Newborn Packages (CRBAs), Exemption Vignettes, and Tourist passports via Appointments only.
Tourist passport appointments are limited to 0830-0930.
Adult tourist passport renewals can also be accomplished via mail directly through the embassy. Please visit https://uk.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/u-s-passports/renew-an-adult-passport/ for further instructions.

To cancel your appointment please email [email protected] ; Subject line "Cancel My appointment / Name & Email.

More Info

Fees & Pricing

CRBA pay to “US DISBURSING OFFICE”

Tourist passport pay to “US DEPARTMENT OF STATE”

Tourist Passport and other fees are as follows:
Tourist Passport Adult (Age 16 and older; first or replacement passport if lost or mutilated) $165
Tourist Passport Adult (Renewal) $130
Tourist Passport Minors (under age 16) $135
Consular Report of Birth Abroad $100

We only accept money orders; no cash, credit cards or personal checks. Locations for money orders are at the USPS, Community Bank, Kessler Credit Union.

Emergency Passports

Emergency if you are in need of an emergency passport please contact the U.K. Embassy.

If you are due to PCS and have not received a CRBA, please schedule an appointment with the Embassy 2 Weeks prior to departure.

Click Here for the US Embassy Website

Non-US Citizens and Dual Nationals

Non-US citizens and dual nationals with non-US passports

Non-US citizens are not required and are unable to obtain a U.S. No-Fee passport without being a U.S. Citizen. Military dependents that do not obtain the exemption vignette will obtain an open-ended stamp and must travel with their sponsors’ orders and/or approved command sponsorship application, along with their dependent ID card. Upon arrival Non-Us Citizen family members may request an exemption vignette for some form of proof they are eligible to be in the U.K. All members are required to always travel with their PCS Orders, NATO Orders, and military ID.

Passport and visa requirements may vary for non-US citizens and for dual nationals traveling on non-US passports. Such travelers should check with the nearest host nation embassy or consulate to determine what credentials are required for entry.

Walk-in Hours

If members received an email from our office to pick up a passport, they may walk in during the hour’s operation Monday-Friday 0830-1500. For all other services related to passports (including exemption vignettes, newborn packages) require an appointment.

When Official Passports are received by our office both UDM and Member are emailed to pick up their passport. Members will not need an appointment for passport pickups. Please feel free to pick up the passport/s / or documents during our hours of operation: Monday-Friday 0830-1500. Closed all holidays/family days/goal days/training days.

Customer Support

CAC & Dependent ID Renewal

We are now mandating the renewal of all CACs/Dep IDs that expire within 30 days.

  • Accepting walk-ins for CAC unblocks
  • Appointment only for all other requests

How to Make an Appointment

  1. Visit Rapids Appointment Scheduler (Click Here)
  2. Click Continue under ID Card Office Locator & Appointments 
  3. Search Search Site ID with 700119
  4. Select the RAF Mildenhall option
  5. Click Schedule an Appointment
  6. Set A reminder to go

To recover your certificates visit this link


ID Card Services

Pin Reset, CAC Locked or Blocked

We are currently accepting walk-ins for members who need to reset their pin or have a locked/blocked CAC.

Military CAC

Services: Updates/Renewal/Lost/Stolen/Damaged

In order to be issued a new Military CAC, you will have to bring two forms of Identification.

Applicants are required to provide two forms of identity source documents in original form. The identity source documents must be bound to that applicant and shall be neither expired nor canceled. If the two identity source documents bear different names, evidence of a formal name change must be provided. (Marriage Certificate/Divorce Decree)

Primary

Secondary

Military CAC/ID

Social Security card

Passport

Federal ID

Permanent Resident Card

Certificate of Citizenship

Driver’s License

Certificate of Naturalization

Passport Card

Consular Birth Abroad

State ID

Birth Certificate

If your CAC has been stolen or lost you must report to BDOC or the First Sergeant

Military Dependent ID Cards

In order to be issued a new Military ID you will have to bring two forms of Identification.

Primary

Secondary

Military CAC/ID

Social Security card

Passport

Federal ID

Permanent Resident Card

Certificate of Citizenship

Driver’s License

Certificate of Naturalization

Passport Card

Consular Birth Abroad

State ID

Birth Certificate

Renewal Military Dependent ID Card

In order for a family member to receive a Military ID the member must have an 1172 signed by the sponsor. The signature is only valid up to 90 days after the sponsor signs it. An 1172 can be obtained by the sponsor using this link or at a local military DEERS office.

Contractors, Civilian, NAF, LNDH Employees

In order to be issued a new Military ID you will have to bring two forms of Identification.

Primary

Secondary

Military CAC/ID

Social Security card

Passport

Federal ID

Permanent Resident Card

Certificate of Citizenship

Driver’s License

Certificate of Naturalization

Passport Card

Consular Birth Abroad

State ID/Foreign ID

Birth Certificate

In order to receive a Military ID the member must have a DD 1172 signed by their HR or TASM agency. The signature is only valid up to 90 days after the agency signs it. Entitlements and dependent information need to be included to show accurate information. Please also bring an employment authorization or employment verification letter signed by TASM or HR.


Additional Information

Name Changes: Marriage / Divorce

Required Documents:

  • Marriage Certificate
  • Divorce Decree
  • Death Certificate

*Name Changes can be accomplished using one of the original documents (Marriage Cert/ Divorce Decree)

Adding a Dependent

Spouse:

  • Two Forms of Identification (Primary or Secondary)
    • One form of identification must contain a photo
  • Original /Certified Marriage Certificate (New last name can be accomplished by using the marriage certificate)

Children:

  • Child’s Birth Certificate
  • Social Security Card

Children will be only issued Military ID cards for the following reasons:

  • With Mil to Mil parents, single (unwed) Parents
  • Children 10 +; Children that look 10 +

Newborns:

  • Should be enrolled into DEERS within 30 Days after birth
  • Baby’s Birth Certificate (UK) or Consular Birth Abroad (CRBA)
  • Bring the original Proof of Birth from the Hospital (Birth Certificate needs to be brought once received)
    • Military to Military dependents or dependents with  Single (unwed parents)  will be issued a Miltary Dependent ID
  • SSN card needs to be brought in once it has been obtained by a member for TRICARE enrollment
DD 1172

A DD 1172 is used to for military dependents to obtain a military ID.

Step 1: Click the link (Click Here)

Step 2: Under Family ID Cards click Continue

Step 3: Under Select Family members choose Family Members who need a new ID card and click proceed.

*Read the Privacy Act statement and acknowledge you understand how your data may be used and your responsibility for providing accurate data that may affect DoD benefits and entitlements

Step 4: Click I Agree

Step 4: Click Proceed

Step 5: Click Display Form

Pass/ID & Registration

Please remember to register your CAC/ID at the Pass (ID) & Registration office so that you are not held at the gate.

Contact: 238-5501 / 238-6093

Commercial: 01638545501 /01638546093

Pre-Arrival Checklist

Before arriving read through this checklist to be sure you have the correct documentation. 

Who to Contact

Any time your computer alert states "Contact your system administrator" contact COMM at 238-2666. 

For any other issues contact us. 

Separations/Retirements

Please stop by customer support (DEERS) or the passport office Mon - Fri 0800 – 1500. No appointment is required to turn in your official passport and a copy of your orders to be signed off vMPF. If you do not have an official passport you may scan and email your orders to the org box [email protected] . Subject line "vMPF out processing - Retiring and/or Separating”. You will be signed off within 30 days of your final out.

Passport PCSing/Out-Processing

If you are PCSIng Stateside or OCONUS and you do not require a special issuance passport via PPC Code you will be signed off vMPF for passports automatically NLT 45-30 days prior to departure.
No further action required.

Career Development

  • Assignments
  • Virtual Out-processing
  • COT/IPCOT
  • Student/Dependent Travel
  • Early Return of Dependents
  • DEROS Management
  • Command Sponsorship
  • Promotions (Enlisted/Officer)
  • Reenlistments/Extensions
  • Separations/Retirements

Force Management

Evaluations, TDY updates, Duty info updates, Decorations.

  • Unfavorable Information File (UIF/EPR'S/OPRS)
  • Awards & Decorations
  • SDAP (Special Duty Assignment Pay)
  • Classification
  • G-Series Orders
  • PCS orders amendments (newly arrived member)
  • UPMR Management Updates
  • PCA/EPR/OPR Duty info
  • TDY History

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  • Military Personnel Flight

    Bldg 436, RAF Mildenhall

    Hours of Operation

    Currently Open
    Tuesday
    19 Mar 2024
    8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Wednesday
    20 Mar 2024
    8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Thursday
    21 Mar 2024
    8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Friday
    22 Mar 2024
    8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Saturday
    23 Mar 2024
    Closed
    Sunday
    24 Mar 2024
    Closed
    Monday
    25 Mar 2024
    8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Appointment only. Walk-ins accepted only for lost CAC's or unblocks.
    Family Days & Holidays - Closed
  • CAC & ID Cards (Customer Support)

    Bldg 436

    Hours of Operation

    Appointment only (walk-ins only for lost CAC's or unblocks)
    • Mon - Fri
      8 am - 3 pm
    • 2nd Thu of the month
      12 pm - 3 pm
    • Holidays & Family Days
      Closed
  • Passport Office

    Bldg 436

    Hours of Operation

    Appointment only
    • Mon - Thu
      8:30 am - 3 pm
    • 2nd Thu of the Month
      12 pm - 3 pm
    • Holidays & Family Days
      Closed

    Walk-ins: Drop-off for retirements & separations only. Pick-ups require email/approval from an agent

    Tourist passports: appointment availability is every 3rd Wed of the month, & bookings open on the 1st business day of every month at 8 am

  • Force Management

    Bldg 436

    Hours of Operation

    • Mon - Fri
      8 am - 3 pm
    • 2nd Thu of the Month
      12 pm - 3 pm
    • Holidays & Family Days
      Closed
  • Career Development

    Bldg 436

    Hours of Operation

    Appointment only 8 am - 12 pm

    • Mon - Fri
      8 am - 3 pm
    • 2nd Thu of the Month
      12 pm - 3 pm
    • Holidays & Family Days
      Closed
  • Re-enlistments & Retentions

    Bldg 436

    Hours of Operation

    Appointment only 8 am - 12 pm
    • Mon - Thu
      8 am - 3 pm
    • 2nd Thu of the Month
      12 pm - 3 pm
    • Holidays & Family Days
      Closed