how to get a military id card or veteran id...
TRANSCRIPT
Search
Home About Benefits Financial Topics Military Discounts Thrift Savings Plan Post-Military
Share4Tweet 3by Ryan Guina
61 Comments
You are here: Home / Featured / How to Get a Military ID Card
How to Get a Military ID Card
A military ID card or dependent ID is a valuable card which can unlock a variety
of valuable benefits, such as health care through TRICARE, education benefits,
and access base facilities, including the commissary, base exchange, rec centers
and other support agencies.
Unfortunately, getting a military ID card isn’t always as easy as waltzing onto your
local military installation and requesting one. In fact, only certain individuals are
eligible to receive a military ID card or dependent ID card. You are usually eligible
to receive a military ID if you are a military retiree or are currently in the military
(active duty, Guard, Reserve, or Inactive Ready Reserve). Certain dependents are
eligible for dependent ID cards as well (see below).
Are you eligible for a military ID card?Are you eligible for a military ID card?
What about a veteran ID card? One of the most common questions we
receive comes from veterans who are looking to get a veteran ID card which
proves their military service. There are many reasons why proof of military service
can come in handy – including securing veterans benefits, proof of service for
military discounts, or just to show off your military pride. However, if you
served in the military and have since separated from, but didn’t retire from the
military, you may not be eligible for a military ID card.
In this article we will cover information about some of the forms of military ID
that are available, who is eligible to receive one, and alternative forms of
identification to prove military service if you are a military veteran who is not
eligible for a military ID card.
JOIN OUR FREE NEWSLETTER
Email*
Name
Subscribe
Online Form Maker
RECENT ARTICLES
Veterans Preference Points – How Your MilitaryVeterans Preference Points – How Your Military
Service Can Help You Land a Government JobService Can Help You Land a Government Job
Protected Veteran Status Rights – CanProtected Veteran Status Rights – Can
Employers Discriminte Against DisabledEmployers Discriminte Against Disabled
Veterans?Veterans?
How to File a Tax ExtensionHow to File a Tax Extension
Chained CPI – The Silent Killer of GovernmentChained CPI – The Silent Killer of Government
Benefits, Including Military Retirement & VABenefits, Including Military Retirement & VA
Disability BenefitsDisability Benefits
Pentagon to Restore Tuition AssistancePentagon to Restore Tuition Assistance
Programs for All ServicesPrograms for All Services
CATEGORIES
Select Category
POPULAR ARTICLES
2012 Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts2012 Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts
Free Tax Filing and Preparation for MilitaryFree Tax Filing and Preparation for Military
MembersMembers
New Military Retirement Plan Benefits? BigNew Military Retirement Plan Benefits? Big
Changes ProposedChanges Proposed
How to Get a Military ID CardHow to Get a Military ID Card
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
1 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
Military ID Card Eligibility
In general, you must be in the DEERS system to receive a new military ID card.
This includes the servicemember (sponsor) and eligible dependents (who must be
entered into DEERS by the sponsor). Here are some general rules regarding
military ID card eligibility. Check with your local issuing base personnel office
more more specific information.
Advertisement - Continues Below
Active Duty ID card. You must be on Active Duty military status and be in
the DEERS system.
Guard/Reserve Military ID Card. You must be in the Guard or Reserves,
which may include the Inactive Ready Reserves (IRR).
Retiree Military ID Card. You must qualify as a military retiree, which
generally means 20 years of active military service, or 20 years in the Guard
or Reserves (though age limits may change eligibility requirements for
Guard/Reserve retirees). Medically retired servicemembers may also be
eligible.
Military Dependent ID Card. These may include, but are not limited to:
Lawful spouse, un-remarried surviving spouse, unmarried children (including
adopted or stepchildren) who are: under 21 years of age, over 21 but incapable
of self-support (documentation is required), over 21 but under 23 who are
attending an approved learning institution as a full time student
(documentation is required). There are additional eligibility rules for former
spouses, dependent parents/in-laws, and certain other cases. Contact your
card issuing service for additional information.
Veteran ID Card. This is where it gets a little tricky. There is no official
DoD issued military veteran ID card. However, the VA medical system may
issue ID cards for veterans who are in their system for service connected
disability benefits and certain other situations. (see below).
How to Get a Replacement Military
Dependent ID Card
In addition to being in the DEERS system, you will need at least 2 forms of ID.
For more information about where to go, contact your local base personnel office,
or visit the Rapids Site Locator (RSL) for ID card requirements and to locate
the nearest ID Card Facility/RAPIDS Station based on City, Zip, State or Country.
Veterans ID Cards
As we mentioned above, not all veterans
are eligible for a military ID card. But there
may be ways you can still prove your
military service. Some states, including
Virginia, issue state issued veterans ID
cards. Some other states may include an
endorsement on their state issued driver’s
licenses or ID cards. If this is the case, you
How to Replace Lost Military Service RecordsHow to Replace Lost Military Service Records
How to Replace Lost Military Medals, Awards,How to Replace Lost Military Medals, Awards,
and Decorationsand Decorations
Unemployment Benefits After Separating fromUnemployment Benefits After Separating from
the Militarythe Military
GI Bill for Unemployed VeteransGI Bill for Unemployed Veterans
Thrift Savings PlanThrift Savings Plan
Home Depot and Lowe's 10% Military DiscountsHome Depot and Lowe's 10% Military Discounts
The Military Wallet
Like
5,261 people like The Military Wallet.
Facebook social plugin
FOLLOW US
Subscribers
@RyanGuina
@MilitaryWallet
+187 Recommendthis
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
2 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
should be able to get an ID card through your state (note: not all states offer these
cards at this time).
The VA also issues a Veterans Identification Card (VIC), which is a photo ID for
veterans who are eligible for VA health care. (note: you do not have to have a
service-connected disability rating to be eligible for VA health care benefits). The
VIC is a photo ID and you will need to qualify in order to be eligible this ID card.
Here is more about how to get a Veterans Identification Card from the VA,
and VA health care eligibility.
If you do not have access to the above veterans ID card options, you may still be
able to prove your military service in other ways.
Your DD 214 Will Prove Military Service
The easiest way to prove your military service without one of the above ID cards is
with a DD Form 214, which is the document which serves as your service record.
This is issued to all military members when the separate from military service (the
military used to issue a wallet sized DD Form 214, but so far as I know, this is no
longer the case).
Unfortunately, carrying around a letter size document is inconvenient. One tip we
have received from many veterans is to take your DD Form 214 to an office supply
store such as Office Depot, Office Max, Fed-Ex/Kinkos, etc. and ask them to
shrink the card to a wallet size version and have it laminated. This will give you a
wallet sized document that will prove your service.
Note: Your DD Form 214 is one of the most important documents you will
receive, so keep good care of it! Here are more details on the DD Form 214,
including how to get a new DD 214.
Advertisement - Continues Below
How You Can Get an ID Card to Prove
Military Service
Unfortunately a DD Form 214 isn’t a photo ID, it is simply a document. If you are
looking for a photo ID or other wallet sized ID to prove your military service, then
these may be good options for you:
Department of Veterans Affairs ID Card. This ID card is issued to
military veterans who are eligible to receive medical care from the VA.
Contact your local VA medical center for more information about your
eligibility.
State Driver’s License. Some state driver’s licenses display a logo or code
that denotes military service. Call your state Department of Motor Vehicles,
or licensing branch for more information. You will likely need to bring your
DD Form 214 to prove your military service. See a full list of states which offer
a veterans designation on drivers licenses or state issued ID cards.
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
3 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
Share 4
Tweet
3
Article by Ryan Guina
Ryan Guina is the founder and editor of this site. He is a writer, small
business owner, and entrepreneur. He served over 6 years in the USAF
and also writes about money management, small business, and career
topics at Cash Money Life. You can also see his profile on Google
Related posts:
State or County Veterans ID Card program. Some counties or other
communities issue veteran ID cards. These aren’t “official US or state
government IDs,” but they may be valuable in the local community, as many
restaurants and retailers will extend discounts as a thanks for your service.
These cards may also be good for local or county benefits programs, but these
vary by locale.
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Card. Check with your local VFW for
eligibility requirements.
American Legion membership card. Check with your local American
Legion for eligibility requirements.
Other service organization ID card. Check with your local military
organization for eligibility requirements.
Do you know of any other forms of ID that can be used to prove military service?
If so, please contact us. We will add it to the list.
VA ID Card photo source: WikiMedia Commons
Date published: November 21, 2011. Last updated: December 3, 2012.
Previous Article: ←IAVA & JCPenney To Give Away $200 JCPenney Gift Cards to Returning
Vets
Next Article: Replacing Lost Military Medals and Decorations→
Join Our FREE Newsletter
Email*
Name
Subscribe
Online Form Maker
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
4 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
State of Virginia Launches Veterans
Identification Card
How to Get a Veterans Identification
Card from the VA
How to Get a Military Discount
Veterans Designation on Drivers
Licenses or State ID Cards
DoD to Remove SSN from All ID
Cards
Comments
William P. TurczynskiWilliam P. Turczynski says:says:
November 22, 2011 at 12:46 pmNovember 22, 2011 at 12:46 pm
I’m a veteran and looking into getting a ID card and found this site:I’m a veteran and looking into getting a ID card and found this site:
http://www.veteranprograms.com/id1366.htmlhttp://www.veteranprograms.com/id1366.html which issue a card w/wo a which issue a card w/wo a
picture for a fee. You mail or FAX a copy of you DD214 and either mail a picturepicture for a fee. You mail or FAX a copy of you DD214 and either mail a picture
or attach it after the FAXing. It mentions a “Aspyr Media” at the end of theor attach it after the FAXing. It mentions a “Aspyr Media” at the end of the
process. This is a company that ports Windows games for the Mac! What are theyprocess. This is a company that ports Windows games for the Mac! What are they
doing issuing ID cards? The DD214 contains much info like your full SS# for adoing issuing ID cards? The DD214 contains much info like your full SS# for a
starter.starter.
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
November 22, 2011 at 12:59 pmNovember 22, 2011 at 12:59 pm
William, this is *NOT* an official veterans ID card issued by theWilliam, this is *NOT* an official veterans ID card issued by the
government and it is extremely unlikely this would be recognized ingovernment and it is extremely unlikely this would be recognized in
any official capacity. It may be good enough to receive a discountany official capacity. It may be good enough to receive a discount
from a restaurant or retail store, but since it is not an officialfrom a restaurant or retail store, but since it is not an official
government card, it is just as likely to be turned down. With the rightgovernment card, it is just as likely to be turned down. With the right
equipment, anyone could make a similar ID card. I highlyequipment, anyone could make a similar ID card. I highly
recommend caution before giving any personal identification to arecommend caution before giving any personal identification to a
non-government organization.non-government organization.
Thanks for sharing this with the community.Thanks for sharing this with the community.
ReplyReply
AionaAiona says:says:
September 27, 2012 at 8:27 pmSeptember 27, 2012 at 8:27 pm
I’m trying to figure out if my father would be eligible for aI’m trying to figure out if my father would be eligible for a
military ID or not.He was honorably discharged when hemilitary ID or not.He was honorably discharged when he
served in Hawaii.He did not retire from the military,justserved in Hawaii.He did not retire from the military,just
served for 2ys I think.Or any type of benefits greatlyserved for 2ys I think.Or any type of benefits greatly
appreciate any type of info.appreciate any type of info.
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
September 28, 2012 at 11:11 amSeptember 28, 2012 at 11:11 am
If your father served two years, then he likelyIf your father served two years, then he likely
would not be eligible for a military-issued IDwould not be eligible for a military-issued ID
card. He may, however, be eligible for a VAcard. He may, however, be eligible for a VA
issued ID card, or a veterans designation onissued ID card, or a veterans designation on
his driver’s license, provided he lives in a statehis driver’s license, provided he lives in a state
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
5 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
which issues ID cards with a veteranswhich issues ID cards with a veterans
designation. We have links to those resourcesdesignation. We have links to those resources
within this article.within this article.
He may also be eligible for various veteransHe may also be eligible for various veterans
benefits. These vary by individual, so the bestbenefits. These vary by individual, so the best
thing for him to do would be to visit with athing for him to do would be to visit with a
veterans affairs office at his county or state, orveterans affairs office at his county or state, or
with the VA. He can visit his state website orwith the VA. He can visit his state website or
http://www.va.govhttp://www.va.gov for more information. for more information.
ReplyReply
Mister IDCardMister IDCard says:says:
March 7, 2012 at 2:37 pmMarch 7, 2012 at 2:37 pm
I have sent a link to that website to the VA for investigation. They mayI have sent a link to that website to the VA for investigation. They may
be legit, but I have a sneaking suspicion that they are not authorizedbe legit, but I have a sneaking suspicion that they are not authorized
IDs. I am also contacting DMDC, the people whom are in charge of allIDs. I am also contacting DMDC, the people whom are in charge of all
military IDs for verification. No organization should charge a veteranmilitary IDs for verification. No organization should charge a veteran
for an ID card. This sounds REALLY fishy, as in, identity theft fishy…for an ID card. This sounds REALLY fishy, as in, identity theft fishy…
CAVEAT EMPTOR…CAVEAT EMPTOR…
The VA can issue veterans IDs if you got out with less than 20 yearsThe VA can issue veterans IDs if you got out with less than 20 years
service, please contact them for details on qualifications.service, please contact them for details on qualifications.
I work across the hall from our ID card shop at a National GuardI work across the hall from our ID card shop at a National Guard
Armory. (requirements are the same as active duty or reserve forArmory. (requirements are the same as active duty or reserve for
running the ID card station…)running the ID card station…)
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
March 7, 2012 at 3:07 pmMarch 7, 2012 at 3:07 pm
These ARE NOT official ID cards, so always use yourThese ARE NOT official ID cards, so always use your
judgement before sending personal information,judgement before sending personal information,
especially if you send your SSN or other info that could beespecially if you send your SSN or other info that could be
used to steal your identity. Only government entities canused to steal your identity. Only government entities can
issue an official ID card.issue an official ID card.
ReplyReply
ArthurArthur says:says:
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
6 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
November 29, 2011 at 3:10 pmNovember 29, 2011 at 3:10 pm
I have taken documents to Staples store and shrunk them down to a small sizeI have taken documents to Staples store and shrunk them down to a small size
and then had them sealed in plastic . You will have to be the judge of how smalland then had them sealed in plastic . You will have to be the judge of how small
to go because of the legibility of the print. I have never shrunk a DD214 butto go because of the legibility of the print. I have never shrunk a DD214 but
seems like a good idea to try for easier handling. The Staples scanners do aseems like a good idea to try for easier handling. The Staples scanners do a
professional job and the sealing operation. I am not employed by Staples.professional job and the sealing operation. I am not employed by Staples.
ReplyReply
PaulPaul says:says:
November 29, 2011 at 4:24 pmNovember 29, 2011 at 4:24 pm
Ryan,Ryan,
Many states are introducing legislation authorizing a “Veteran’s Designation” –Many states are introducing legislation authorizing a “Veteran’s Designation” –
typically a “V” on state drivers licenses for this precise reason. South Dakotatypically a “V” on state drivers licenses for this precise reason. South Dakota
hopes to see the law passed this upcoming session. Check with your statehopes to see the law passed this upcoming session. Check with your state
representative; if it’s not scheduled to be introduced, push for it to be!representative; if it’s not scheduled to be introduced, push for it to be!
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
November 29, 2011 at 5:02 pmNovember 29, 2011 at 5:02 pm
Paul, I would love for each state to do this. There are a few which do itPaul, I would love for each state to do this. There are a few which do it
right now, but I wish it were implemented nationwide. It would be aright now, but I wish it were implemented nationwide. It would be a
great way to recognize veterans for their service and give them a quickgreat way to recognize veterans for their service and give them a quick
and easy way to prove their service.and easy way to prove their service.
ReplyReply
Kenneth NutterKenneth Nutter says:says:
December 2, 2011 at 3:12 pmDecember 2, 2011 at 3:12 pm
Just a little misunderstanding about veterans ID Cards. I am a 100% service-Just a little misunderstanding about veterans ID Cards. I am a 100% service-
connected disabiled veteran, and I have been issued to a military ID card. Theyconnected disabiled veteran, and I have been issued to a military ID card. They
will enter you into DEERS. The card is Tan. Additionaly, all of my dependentswill enter you into DEERS. The card is Tan. Additionaly, all of my dependents
(Spouse, and children up to 21 – or 23 if attending school) are issued regular(Spouse, and children up to 21 – or 23 if attending school) are issued regular
Military Dependent ID cards.Military Dependent ID cards.
100% service connected disability ID Cards are identical to retrired cards except:100% service connected disability ID Cards are identical to retrired cards except:
they are tan in color (not blue); and they only allow for use of the Exchange,they are tan in color (not blue); and they only allow for use of the Exchange,
Commissary, and MWR (NOT MEDICAL).Commissary, and MWR (NOT MEDICAL).
ReplyReply
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
7 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
Dennis M TappDennis M Tapp says:says:
January 26, 2012 at 6:27 pmJanuary 26, 2012 at 6:27 pm
Can I get a Veteran ID card if I served in the army from June 61 to June 64. I wasCan I get a Veteran ID card if I served in the army from June 61 to June 64. I was
told I cannot because I did not serve during a war. Is this true?told I cannot because I did not serve during a war. Is this true?
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
January 27, 2012 at 10:34 amJanuary 27, 2012 at 10:34 am
Dennis, the US government does not issue veteran ID cards, with theDennis, the US government does not issue veteran ID cards, with the
exception of retiree cards and VA issued ID cards. The VA only issuesexception of retiree cards and VA issued ID cards. The VA only issues
ID cards based on service connected disability ratings, it has nothingID cards based on service connected disability ratings, it has nothing
to do with serving during a period of war.to do with serving during a period of war.
Note, that some counties offer veterans ID card for local use, andNote, that some counties offer veterans ID card for local use, and
some states add a military service recognition on their state driver’ssome states add a military service recognition on their state driver’s
licenses.licenses.
I hope this is helpful, and thanks for your service!I hope this is helpful, and thanks for your service!
ReplyReply
CarlosCarlos says:says:
June 5, 2012 at 3:48 pmJune 5, 2012 at 3:48 pm
Ryan,Ryan,
Why is it that service connect veterans are not allowedWhy is it that service connect veterans are not allowed
access to a military base? If VA are so retricted to serviceaccess to a military base? If VA are so retricted to service
connection only.connection only.
ReplyReply
CarlosCarlos says:says:
June 5, 2012 at 3:50 pmJune 5, 2012 at 3:50 pm
Ops, sorry, VA service connect ID cards are soOps, sorry, VA service connect ID cards are so
restricted is what I meant.restricted is what I meant.
CarlosCarlos
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
June 5, 2012 at 3:54 pmJune 5, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Carlos, It’s military policy to limitCarlos, It’s military policy to limit
base access to those with active,base access to those with active,
retiree, and dependent ID cards.retiree, and dependent ID cards.
My guess is if they opened theMy guess is if they opened the
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
8 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
gates to everyone with a VA issuedgates to everyone with a VA issued
service connected disability card,service connected disability card,
they would have too many peoplethey would have too many people
coming on base. In addition, thosecoming on base. In addition, those
with VA disability cards aren’twith VA disability cards aren’t
always eligible for most basealways eligible for most base
services, such as the Commissary,services, such as the Commissary,
base exchange, etc., so therebase exchange, etc., so there
wouldn’t really be anything theywouldn’t really be anything they
could do once they were on base.could do once they were on base.
In the end, I’m sure it all comesIn the end, I’m sure it all comes
down to budgets, as giving vetsdown to budgets, as giving vets
with service connected disabilitieswith service connected disabilities
the same benefits as militarythe same benefits as military
members would cost a fortune.members would cost a fortune.
m coulbournem coulbourne says:says:
April 4, 2012 at 5:42 pmApril 4, 2012 at 5:42 pm
LOWES AND HOME DEPOT DISCRIMINATE , AND GIVE THE 10% toLOWES AND HOME DEPOT DISCRIMINATE , AND GIVE THE 10% to
whom they please. and turn other Vets down.whom they please. and turn other Vets down.
ecuses,ecuses they have,leaving it up to the mngr. All Vets are Vets, and none isecuses,ecuses they have,leaving it up to the mngr. All Vets are Vets, and none is
any better than the other. ALSO, the DD214 should be good enough proof, Noany better than the other. ALSO, the DD214 should be good enough proof, No
ID required other than that. Only on certain days, is boloney. retired or not isID required other than that. Only on certain days, is boloney. retired or not is
boloney, reserve or not, in combat or not, what else can they come up with to getboloney, reserve or not, in combat or not, what else can they come up with to get
out of giving Any vet the well deserved 10% discount ???? Vets should be madout of giving Any vet the well deserved 10% discount ???? Vets should be mad
ReplyReply
sondralbsondralb says:says:
May 24, 2012 at 5:47 pmMay 24, 2012 at 5:47 pm
I have worked at LOWES for some time. In our store and know thatI have worked at LOWES for some time. In our store and know that
several all around honor vet cards. I have a military family; father,several all around honor vet cards. I have a military family; father,
hubby, son, sister, nephew, niece. I actually honor any id that ishubby, son, sister, nephew, niece. I actually honor any id that is
military even if it’s not on the id sheet. Alot of times I see vet hats andmilitary even if it’s not on the id sheet. Alot of times I see vet hats and
inform the customer of our 10% off. Vet’s and military shouldinform the customer of our 10% off. Vet’s and military should
ALWAYS ask if there is a discount. We just got back from vacationALWAYS ask if there is a discount. We just got back from vacation
with our son & his gf. I was shoked at the discounts they give. Justwith our son & his gf. I was shoked at the discounts they give. Just
about all places in Gatlinburg give a 10-30% off. Ripleys charges onlyabout all places in Gatlinburg give a 10-30% off. Ripleys charges only
5$ for their military. Email the corp office of LOWES and I am sure5$ for their military. Email the corp office of LOWES and I am sure
you would get a positive responds and present it when you go toyou would get a positive responds and present it when you go to
LOWES.LOWES.
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
9 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
ReplyReply
m coulbournem coulbourne says:says:
April 4, 2012 at 5:51 pmApril 4, 2012 at 5:51 pm
Furthermore, My father served in Combat in Vietnam, and died from his injuriesFurthermore, My father served in Combat in Vietnam, and died from his injuries
there. My stepfather was in Combat in Korea , my other relatives were in Combatthere. My stepfather was in Combat in Korea , my other relatives were in Combat
in places like Iwo Jima, and other Hellholes in WW2 . I served active Duty within places like Iwo Jima, and other Hellholes in WW2 . I served active Duty with
a Honorable Discharge too, so I Dare these stores to Deny me my well deserveda Honorable Discharge too, so I Dare these stores to Deny me my well deserved
measily 10% Discount. This mistake just cost Lowes several thousand dollarsmeasily 10% Discount. This mistake just cost Lowes several thousand dollars
in sales I was ready to pay them, so, they hurt noone but themselves………….in sales I was ready to pay them, so, they hurt noone but themselves………….
ReplyReply
DaveDave says:says:
June 5, 2012 at 6:09 pmJune 5, 2012 at 6:09 pm
The stores are nice enough to give military discounts. Who they giveThe stores are nice enough to give military discounts. Who they give
them too, or if they give them at all is their business. If it isthem too, or if they give them at all is their business. If it is
measly—then quit bellyaching. The releases I’ve read says both storesmeasly—then quit bellyaching. The releases I’ve read says both stores
give the 10% discount to active duty and retired–which I am. Igive the 10% discount to active duty and retired–which I am. I
appreciate their generosity and tell them that at every purchase asappreciate their generosity and tell them that at every purchase as
they don’t have to do it. Go dare someone who really cares an honorthey don’t have to do it. Go dare someone who really cares an honor
discharge is a dime a dozen. I have a long list of ancestors who serveddischarge is a dime a dozen. I have a long list of ancestors who served
also, but I am not them and don’t expect to be rewarded for theiralso, but I am not them and don’t expect to be rewarded for their
accomplishments. For that look to obama who wants everybodyaccomplishments. For that look to obama who wants everybody
rewarded equally regardless of how they perform.rewarded equally regardless of how they perform.
ReplyReply
Mike OgazonMike Ogazon says:says:
April 4, 2012 at 8:26 pmApril 4, 2012 at 8:26 pm
If you served 6 months active duty reserves 1963 to 1969…and have a DD214…If you served 6 months active duty reserves 1963 to 1969…and have a DD214…
1)are you a veteran elegible to be buried in a military cemetary…ie Calverton…LI,1)are you a veteran elegible to be buried in a military cemetary…ie Calverton…LI,
NY…NY…
ReplyReply
blanketjacksonblanketjackson says:says:
June 2, 2012 at 11:11 pmJune 2, 2012 at 11:11 pm
sorry folks. the only people eligible for military id cards are active duty,sorry folks. the only people eligible for military id cards are active duty,
dependents, and 100% disabled vets. having served, wartime or peacetime is justdependents, and 100% disabled vets. having served, wartime or peacetime is just
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
10 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
not enough to be awarded benefits afforded to the aforementioned. while yournot enough to be awarded benefits afforded to the aforementioned. while your
service to this country is greatly appreciated, our government just doesn’t issue idservice to this country is greatly appreciated, our government just doesn’t issue id
cards to recognize service. as far as commissary, exchange, and mrw privilegescards to recognize service. as far as commissary, exchange, and mrw privileges
go, it should be reserved only for the aforementioned. if you wanted to retaingo, it should be reserved only for the aforementioned. if you wanted to retain
those bennies, you should have stayed in. can you imagine the nightmarish hellthose bennies, you should have stayed in. can you imagine the nightmarish hell
that the posts and bases would have to go through to clear half of this country forthat the posts and bases would have to go through to clear half of this country for
admittance onto military installations? we’d all be complaining about theadmittance onto military installations? we’d all be complaining about the
outrageous military budget expenditures.outrageous military budget expenditures.
ReplyReply
CarlosCarlos says:says:
June 5, 2012 at 3:58 pmJune 5, 2012 at 3:58 pm
What military budget? VA already issues VA ID cards. All activeWhat military budget? VA already issues VA ID cards. All active
service and former members are loaded in the DEERS programs. Soservice and former members are loaded in the DEERS programs. So
again what budget? Thats an excuse the government gives. The fact isagain what budget? Thats an excuse the government gives. The fact is
there are far more vets living too far from a military base then whatthere are far more vets living too far from a military base then what
the government want to say. Another thing according this article, Vetthe government want to say. Another thing according this article, Vet
ID cards are retricted for service connect vets. So where is theID cards are retricted for service connect vets. So where is the
expenditure? The government just spent countless of hours enrollingexpenditure? The government just spent countless of hours enrolling
vets in their ebenefits. That was a waste of funds.vets in their ebenefits. That was a waste of funds.
ReplyReply
rolandroland says:says:
June 30, 2012 at 11:31 pmJune 30, 2012 at 11:31 pm
I served from 1981 to 1994, desert storm era, I wanted to do 20 years but wasI served from 1981 to 1994, desert storm era, I wanted to do 20 years but was
forced to take the ssb option. I was deemed 10 percent disabled but feel i shouldforced to take the ssb option. I was deemed 10 percent disabled but feel i should
be 100 percent mentally disable, Id like to know what im entitled to if anything. Ibe 100 percent mentally disable, Id like to know what im entitled to if anything. I
have a honorable discharge. Is there money I can apply for or anything else thathave a honorable discharge. Is there money I can apply for or anything else that
im missing? Please respond Thanks. 13 years active duty in the army deservesim missing? Please respond Thanks. 13 years active duty in the army deserves
something dont you think??something dont you think??
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
July 2, 2012 at 10:47 amJuly 2, 2012 at 10:47 am
Roland, You will need to contact the VA about your disability claim. IfRoland, You will need to contact the VA about your disability claim. If
you believe it was made in error, then you can file a new claim oryou believe it was made in error, then you can file a new claim or
apply to have your claim upgraded.apply to have your claim upgraded.
You may also be eligible for additional benefits, however, eligibilityYou may also be eligible for additional benefits, however, eligibility
for various programs depends on your unique situation. It isfor various programs depends on your unique situation. It is
recommended you meet with a VA benefits counselor to go over yourrecommended you meet with a VA benefits counselor to go over your
military and veterans file to determine benefits eligibility.military and veterans file to determine benefits eligibility.
Best of luck, and thanks for your service.Best of luck, and thanks for your service.
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
11 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
ReplyReply
Eric StaggsEric Staggs says:says:
July 4, 2012 at 11:18 pmJuly 4, 2012 at 11:18 pm
Texas will give you a status on your Drivers License. Texas will give you a status on your Drivers License. http://www.txdps.state.tx.ushttp://www.txdps.state.tx.us
/DriverLicense/vetServices.htm/DriverLicense/vetServices.htm
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
July 5, 2012 at 7:50 amJuly 5, 2012 at 7:50 am
Thanks for sharing this with the community, Eric. This is an exampleThanks for sharing this with the community, Eric. This is an example
all states should follow!all states should follow!
ReplyReply
Donnie FreemanDonnie Freeman says:says:
July 5, 2012 at 4:13 pmJuly 5, 2012 at 4:13 pm
I purchased a dishwasher at Lowe’s last week that was already 10% off. I askedI purchased a dishwasher at Lowe’s last week that was already 10% off. I asked
the manager if they gave veterans discounts and she asked for one of the cards.the manager if they gave veterans discounts and she asked for one of the cards.
Of course I didn’t have one but she knew to ask for my DD214. I went home andOf course I didn’t have one but she knew to ask for my DD214. I went home and
got it and she gave me an additional 10% off without blinking. At checkout, thegot it and she gave me an additional 10% off without blinking. At checkout, the
salesman said I could get an additional 5% off if I used a Lowe’s card with a totalsalesman said I could get an additional 5% off if I used a Lowe’s card with a total
of 25% off. I applied for the card right then. He said I should see the additionalof 25% off. I applied for the card right then. He said I should see the additional
5% when my statement comes. We’ll see. Additionally, our governor just signed5% when my statement comes. We’ll see. Additionally, our governor just signed
law to get veterans ID on license in LA. It starts in Aug. The rest of nation shouldlaw to get veterans ID on license in LA. It starts in Aug. The rest of nation should
follow.follow.
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
July 5, 2012 at 4:36 pmJuly 5, 2012 at 4:36 pm
Thanks for sharing, Donnie. More and more states are adding aThanks for sharing, Donnie. More and more states are adding a
veteran’s ID on licenses. I hope it is done across the nation, as itveteran’s ID on licenses. I hope it is done across the nation, as it
would be a good way for veterans to prove their military service!would be a good way for veterans to prove their military service!
ReplyReply
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
12 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
James CopelandJames Copeland says:says:
August 5, 2012 at 10:04 amAugust 5, 2012 at 10:04 am
Are there any updates on theAre there any updates on the
U.S. Veteran Compensation Programs (veteranprograms[dot]com)U.S. Veteran Compensation Programs (veteranprograms[dot]com)
on Veteran ID Cards to replace your DD214?on Veteran ID Cards to replace your DD214?
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
August 5, 2012 at 10:12 amAugust 5, 2012 at 10:12 am
James, This quote is directly from their site:James, This quote is directly from their site:
Note: The Veteran ID Card produced by USVCP is not an officialNote: The Veteran ID Card produced by USVCP is not an official
State or Federal government ID card. The Veteran ID Card isState or Federal government ID card. The Veteran ID Card is
produced and managed exclusively by USVCP and used by USVCPproduced and managed exclusively by USVCP and used by USVCP
members primarily for programs and services sponsored bymembers primarily for programs and services sponsored by
USVCP. The Veteran ID Card is not to be used for official militaryUSVCP. The Veteran ID Card is not to be used for official military
business.business.
Basically, this is a vanity/discount card they have created. You mayBasically, this is a vanity/discount card they have created. You may
find that it works some places, but it is not an official ID card, andfind that it works some places, but it is not an official ID card, and
there is the risk of sending away your SSN and other personalthere is the risk of sending away your SSN and other personal
information. In my opinion, the risks are not worth any potentialinformation. In my opinion, the risks are not worth any potential
rewards. I do not endorse this card and would not recommend itrewards. I do not endorse this card and would not recommend it
based on the information I read on their website.based on the information I read on their website.
ReplyReply
Dave MDave M says:says:
August 8, 2012 at 10:25 amAugust 8, 2012 at 10:25 am
The Veteran ID Card produced by USVCP seems to be bogas, I sent in my formThe Veteran ID Card produced by USVCP seems to be bogas, I sent in my form
filled out, with a photo and a check plus a copy of my discharge papers and tofilled out, with a photo and a check plus a copy of my discharge papers and to
date I have received nothing, even after many emails to them. I have contacteddate I have received nothing, even after many emails to them. I have contacted
the Texas Attorney generals office and filed a complaint and with the Arizonathe Texas Attorney generals office and filed a complaint and with the Arizona
attorney generals off as well. I am looking into filing a compalint with the FBI forattorney generals off as well. I am looking into filing a compalint with the FBI for
cyber crimecyber crime
ReplyReply
James Harrison JrJames Harrison Jr says:says:
August 18, 2012 at 4:53 pmAugust 18, 2012 at 4:53 pm
Is there a compilation of States that identify/provide ID of vets’ service?Is there a compilation of States that identify/provide ID of vets’ service?
ReplyReply
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
13 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
August 21, 2012 at 11:44 amAugust 21, 2012 at 11:44 am
Hello James, we put together this list of states that offer a Hello James, we put together this list of states that offer a VeteransVeterans
Designation on Drivers Licenses or State ID CardsDesignation on Drivers Licenses or State ID Cards. Hope this helps!. Hope this helps!
ReplyReply
Daniel GDaniel G says:says:
August 22, 2012 at 12:56 pmAugust 22, 2012 at 12:56 pm
I did not make it through Marine Corps boot camp. I was injuried in boot campI did not make it through Marine Corps boot camp. I was injuried in boot camp
and after surgery was medically discharged. This is back in 2003 and I have beenand after surgery was medically discharged. This is back in 2003 and I have been
going back in forth about whether I am considered a vet or not. I have a Generalgoing back in forth about whether I am considered a vet or not. I have a General
under Honorable conditions discharge. Am I considered a veteran? Not lookingunder Honorable conditions discharge. Am I considered a veteran? Not looking
to just reap the benefits from this just would like a clear anwser.to just reap the benefits from this just would like a clear anwser.
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
August 24, 2012 at 2:59 pmAugust 24, 2012 at 2:59 pm
Daniel, I haven’t been able to find a firm legal definition of a militaryDaniel, I haven’t been able to find a firm legal definition of a military
veteran. There are several definitions in regard to benefits eligibility,veteran. There are several definitions in regard to benefits eligibility,
such as the VA loan, GI Bill, etc. For example, to qualify for the VAsuch as the VA loan, GI Bill, etc. For example, to qualify for the VA
Loan, you would have needed to have served 181 days on active duty,Loan, you would have needed to have served 181 days on active duty,
not including training time, unless you were discharged with anot including training time, unless you were discharged with a
service-connected disability.service-connected disability.
The US government also gives a Veteran’s Preference for FederalThe US government also gives a Veteran’s Preference for Federal
Jobs. Part of their definition includes the following: hose honorablyJobs. Part of their definition includes the following: hose honorably
separated veterans who 1) qualify as disabled veterans because theyseparated veterans who 1) qualify as disabled veterans because they
have served on active duty in the Armed Forces at any time and havehave served on active duty in the Armed Forces at any time and have
a present service-connected disability or are receiving compensation,a present service-connected disability or are receiving compensation,
disability retirement benefits, or pension from the military or thedisability retirement benefits, or pension from the military or the
Department of Veterans Affairs; or 2) are Purple Heart recipients.Department of Veterans Affairs; or 2) are Purple Heart recipients.
in short, I don’t have a firm answer for you. Sorry I couldn’t give you ain short, I don’t have a firm answer for you. Sorry I couldn’t give you a
better answer.better answer.
ReplyReply
CalCal says:says:
October 2, 2012 at 2:56 pmOctober 2, 2012 at 2:56 pm
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
14 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
My fiance retired after 21 year in the Army. He has is DD214 but how would heMy fiance retired after 21 year in the Army. He has is DD214 but how would he
get an actual retired military ID card?get an actual retired military ID card?
ReplyReply
Ed LEd L says:says:
October 29, 2012 at 8:47 pmOctober 29, 2012 at 8:47 pm
I have membership in Amvets (life), Army Navy Club (life),American Legion andI have membership in Amvets (life), Army Navy Club (life),American Legion and
VFW. I have the Military designation on my drivers license and my DD214.VFW. I have the Military designation on my drivers license and my DD214.
I have been refused any discount at three different Lowes stores because I don’tI have been refused any discount at three different Lowes stores because I don’t
have a VA issued card. I was told corporate says all the other forms are to easy tohave a VA issued card. I was told corporate says all the other forms are to easy to
fake and they won’t honor them. That is their business and they can honor orfake and they won’t honor them. That is their business and they can honor or
reject as they see fit. This is my experience with their program.reject as they see fit. This is my experience with their program.
ReplyReply
VictorVictor says:says:
November 1, 2012 at 12:12 pmNovember 1, 2012 at 12:12 pm
I was wondering once i get issued my military id from the VA, is it possible to getI was wondering once i get issued my military id from the VA, is it possible to get
my wife a military dependant id?my wife a military dependant id?
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
November 1, 2012 at 12:26 pmNovember 1, 2012 at 12:26 pm
Hi Victor, the VA doesn’t issue military ID cards. If you are still in theHi Victor, the VA doesn’t issue military ID cards. If you are still in the
military, you can get an ID card issued from Pass and ID. If your wifemilitary, you can get an ID card issued from Pass and ID. If your wife
is in the DEERS system, she can get a dependent ID card. If you areis in the DEERS system, she can get a dependent ID card. If you are
no longer in the service and are eligible for VA health care, then youno longer in the service and are eligible for VA health care, then you
can get an ID card issued by the VA. You wife would not be eligible forcan get an ID card issued by the VA. You wife would not be eligible for
one of these ID cards unless she too is eligible for VA health care. Ione of these ID cards unless she too is eligible for VA health care. I
hope this helps. Best of luck, and thanks for your service.hope this helps. Best of luck, and thanks for your service.
ReplyReply
rodney grovesrodney groves says:says:
November 5, 2012 at 11:02 pmNovember 5, 2012 at 11:02 pm
I have a wallet size laminated DD214 that was issued to me upon separation byI have a wallet size laminated DD214 that was issued to me upon separation by
the US Army. I showed it to a guy down at the VA who told me that he had neverthe US Army. I showed it to a guy down at the VA who told me that he had never
seen them wallet sized and laminated before and basically accused me of makingseen them wallet sized and laminated before and basically accused me of making
it myself. Mine was issued at Ft. Lewis, Washington in 1971, Can you tell me whatit myself. Mine was issued at Ft. Lewis, Washington in 1971, Can you tell me what
years they issued them and what year they discontinued them?years they issued them and what year they discontinued them?
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
15 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
November 5, 2012 at 11:05 pmNovember 5, 2012 at 11:05 pm
Rodney, I have heard several other veterans mention they were issuedRodney, I have heard several other veterans mention they were issued
a laminated DD 214 upon separation from the service. I don’t knowa laminated DD 214 upon separation from the service. I don’t know
the years this was done, and it may have been done at a branch orthe years this was done, and it may have been done at a branch or
even base level instead of DoD wide. I have also heard of people doingeven base level instead of DoD wide. I have also heard of people doing
it in recent years as a way to show proof of service. It isn’t a photo ID,it in recent years as a way to show proof of service. It isn’t a photo ID,
however, but it does show you served. Thanks for your service!however, but it does show you served. Thanks for your service!
ReplyReply
rodney grovesrodney groves says:says:
November 6, 2012 at 1:44 amNovember 6, 2012 at 1:44 am
Thanks Ryan. I just wanted to show that guy at the V.A.Thanks Ryan. I just wanted to show that guy at the V.A.
that it is legitimate Army issue. It was made by Morleythat it is legitimate Army issue. It was made by Morley
studios, I presume the one in Portland, Oregon, and givenstudios, I presume the one in Portland, Oregon, and given
to me at Ft. Lewis, Washington when I came back fromto me at Ft. Lewis, Washington when I came back from
Korea. I am wrestling a bit with the V.A. now over myKorea. I am wrestling a bit with the V.A. now over my
healthcare benefits. They have discontinued them becausehealthcare benefits. They have discontinued them because
of that 2003 Veterans Disability Act that requires veteransof that 2003 Veterans Disability Act that requires veterans
to qualify based on income, if they did not get into theto qualify based on income, if they did not get into the
healthcare program prior to December 2003. It seemshealthcare program prior to December 2003. It seems
that I missed the cutoff by about $1200 in my annualthat I missed the cutoff by about $1200 in my annual
household income. I am taking some new info to the V.A.household income. I am taking some new info to the V.A.
eligibility office tomorrow that shows nearly $4500 ineligibility office tomorrow that shows nearly $4500 in
medical expenses for the year. I am hoping that willmedical expenses for the year. I am hoping that will
satisfy them and that they will reinstate my healthcaresatisfy them and that they will reinstate my healthcare
benefits.benefits.
ReplyReply
KirkKirk says:says:
November 7, 2012 at 11:07 amNovember 7, 2012 at 11:07 am
I served in the Illinois Army National Guard from 1987 to 1995. Other than myI served in the Illinois Army National Guard from 1987 to 1995. Other than my
DD214 is there anything else I can use to prove my service? I still have myDD214 is there anything else I can use to prove my service? I still have my
military ID from that time and have used that in the past to prove my service.military ID from that time and have used that in the past to prove my service.
ReplyReply
oscar cepedaoscar cepeda says:says:
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
16 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
November 8, 2012 at 1:39 amNovember 8, 2012 at 1:39 am
I served in U S M C from 1976 to 1980 active, inactive reserves from 1980 toI served in U S M C from 1976 to 1980 active, inactive reserves from 1980 to
1982. I did recieve an Honorable Discharge. I have never use any of my G I1982. I did recieve an Honorable Discharge. I have never use any of my G I
Benefits mainly because I had gotten a good job working for AT&T. After workingBenefits mainly because I had gotten a good job working for AT&T. After working
30 years for AT&T, I retired and move out of state, I’m now living in Texas and30 years for AT&T, I retired and move out of state, I’m now living in Texas and
people asked if I have ever served in the armed forces. I tell them I was in thepeople asked if I have ever served in the armed forces. I tell them I was in the
Marines and they ask if I have an I D . I do not have one, Am I entitle to haveMarines and they ask if I have an I D . I do not have one, Am I entitle to have
one? If so, how do I go about to get one?one? If so, how do I go about to get one?
ReplyReply
Jim CampbellJim Campbell says:says:
November 9, 2012 at 3:07 amNovember 9, 2012 at 3:07 am
I was active 6/64 until 6/67 in the regular army. I was in France and Germany. II was active 6/64 until 6/67 in the regular army. I was in France and Germany. I
have always thought I was a veteran, then the Home Depot thing came up as Ihave always thought I was a veteran, then the Home Depot thing came up as I
was buying an appliance the sales person asked about my statis as a vet. Theywas buying an appliance the sales person asked about my statis as a vet. They
didn’t go for the 214 and since then I have changed my statis to “not real military”didn’t go for the 214 and since then I have changed my statis to “not real military”
as it doesn’t count now. As I learned about the real Army after I was in, I learnedas it doesn’t count now. As I learned about the real Army after I was in, I learned
a lot after I left. I am glad I am out with minimum damage that they wouldn’ta lot after I left. I am glad I am out with minimum damage that they wouldn’t
believe.believe.
ReplyReply
stanstan says:says:
November 23, 2012 at 6:57 pmNovember 23, 2012 at 6:57 pm
Spent 6 years in the USAF and was Honorable discharged. Have no serviceSpent 6 years in the USAF and was Honorable discharged. Have no service
connected disability and cannot get a VA id card. Home Depot will not except aconnected disability and cannot get a VA id card. Home Depot will not except a
DD214 as other stores will not. On Veterans day I cannot get most discounts openDD214 as other stores will not. On Veterans day I cannot get most discounts open
to vets and at stores that offer all year round discounts most will not accept ato vets and at stores that offer all year round discounts most will not accept a
DD214. Home Depot even told me today they do not accept the NEW FloridaDD214. Home Depot even told me today they do not accept the NEW Florida
drivers license with the V emblem in blue showing your veteran status. So if Idrivers license with the V emblem in blue showing your veteran status. So if I
where to visit the local VA clinic any chance I could get an ID card as some of mywhere to visit the local VA clinic any chance I could get an ID card as some of my
fellow vets without disabilities have in the past or have the rules changed?fellow vets without disabilities have in the past or have the rules changed?
ReplyReply
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
17 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
BobBob says:says:
November 24, 2012 at 8:28 pmNovember 24, 2012 at 8:28 pm
I was given a wallet-size DD-217N [yes, DD-217] form upon separation fromI was given a wallet-size DD-217N [yes, DD-217] form upon separation from
USN.USN.
It is not laminated. And I do not know anyone else who received this form withIt is not laminated. And I do not know anyone else who received this form with
anan
honorable discharge. Also received my DD-214 at the same time.honorable discharge. Also received my DD-214 at the same time.
ReplyReply
Sherry PritchardSherry Pritchard says:says:
December 20, 2012 at 8:28 pmDecember 20, 2012 at 8:28 pm
I would like to know if you are a spouse of a Navy Vet.( which died) and are overI would like to know if you are a spouse of a Navy Vet.( which died) and are over
the age of 57 and remarry do you lose your Navy Base I.D. card?? I still receivethe age of 57 and remarry do you lose your Navy Base I.D. card?? I still receive
my DIC check and ChampVa. HealthCare. I went to renew my I.D. card today andmy DIC check and ChampVa. HealthCare. I went to renew my I.D. card today and
was told it could NOT be renewed!!! That I could no longer use the Navy Base!was told it could NOT be renewed!!! That I could no longer use the Navy Base!
Please clear this up for me. Thank you!!Please clear this up for me. Thank you!!
ReplyReply
sheila wilsonsheila wilson says:says:
January 7, 2013 at 2:43 pmJanuary 7, 2013 at 2:43 pm
Could someone that has served only 6 years in National reserve, get a veterans idCould someone that has served only 6 years in National reserve, get a veterans id
card, now that this person is retired?card, now that this person is retired?
Also I have a son station at Ft. Bragg which is near our home, do they still letAlso I have a son station at Ft. Bragg which is near our home, do they still let
parents of soldiers get military ids, it would benefit while visiting base weekly,parents of soldiers get military ids, it would benefit while visiting base weekly,
also to buy him items on base.also to buy him items on base.
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
January 7, 2013 at 3:01 pmJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:01 pm
Hello Sheila, Someone who served in the Reserves or National GuardHello Sheila, Someone who served in the Reserves or National Guard
for 6 years would generally be considered a veteran, but not retiredfor 6 years would generally be considered a veteran, but not retired
(unless they were medically retired). They would only be eligible for a(unless they were medically retired). They would only be eligible for a
military ID card if they were retired. Otherwise, they would not bemilitary ID card if they were retired. Otherwise, they would not be
eligible for a military ID card. They may be eligible for an ID cardeligible for a military ID card. They may be eligible for an ID card
from the VA or a drivers license or other ID card with a veteransfrom the VA or a drivers license or other ID card with a veterans
designation, as described in this article.designation, as described in this article.
Military bases do not issue military ID cards to parents of serviceMilitary bases do not issue military ID cards to parents of service
members, unless the parents are considered legal dependents. Youmembers, unless the parents are considered legal dependents. You
may possibly be able to get a day pass to the base if your son sponsorsmay possibly be able to get a day pass to the base if your son sponsors
you onto base. However, you would not be able to use most baseyou onto base. However, you would not be able to use most base
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
18 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
facilities unless your son sponsors it. Base shopping is generallyfacilities unless your son sponsors it. Base shopping is generally
reserved for military members. However, he may be able to buyreserved for military members. However, he may be able to buy
something for you. My recommendation is to speak with him or thesomething for you. My recommendation is to speak with him or the
base pass & ID office for more specific information.base pass & ID office for more specific information.
ReplyReply
MikeMike says:says:
January 7, 2013 at 5:31 pmJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:31 pm
Did the USVCP card thing. In about 2 weeks got a nice looking laminated cardDid the USVCP card thing. In about 2 weeks got a nice looking laminated card
with my info and pic (I sent pic and DD214). Has my branch of service and thewith my info and pic (I sent pic and DD214). Has my branch of service and the
numbers of veteran service organizations on the back. No SS# or other info thatnumbers of veteran service organizations on the back. No SS# or other info that
can compromise my (credit) identity is listed on the card. Card does state it iscan compromise my (credit) identity is listed on the card. Card does state it is
“NOT OFFICIAL FOR MILITARY OR GOVT BUSINESS”. So you can’t get back“NOT OFFICIAL FOR MILITARY OR GOVT BUSINESS”. So you can’t get back
on base or anything like that. However, it also states that military service WASon base or anything like that. However, it also states that military service WAS
verified by the company by DD 214, DD256 or other military documents. I wasverified by the company by DD 214, DD256 or other military documents. I was
skeptical at first but I have presented the card to various merchants ( I live in NY)skeptical at first but I have presented the card to various merchants ( I live in NY)
and have gotten whatever military discount was offered-no questions asked. Evenand have gotten whatever military discount was offered-no questions asked. Even
on vacation, I was in Hawaii with the fam and my card was recognized by a hoston vacation, I was in Hawaii with the fam and my card was recognized by a host
of merchants. I even had a manager of a tour company ask me where I got theof merchants. I even had a manager of a tour company ask me where I got the
card because he, like many of us, never had a convenient way of proving his priorcard because he, like many of us, never had a convenient way of proving his prior
military service. NYS will FINALLY have a drivers license veterans endorsement,military service. NYS will FINALLY have a drivers license veterans endorsement,
but not until the end of this year (2013) and I wanted something NOW. It was abut not until the end of this year (2013) and I wanted something NOW. It was a
one time fee of $19 bucks, no renewal and they didn’t/haven’t tried to sell meone time fee of $19 bucks, no renewal and they didn’t/haven’t tried to sell me
anything. Your experience my be different from mine but I’m glad I got it. OHanything. Your experience my be different from mine but I’m glad I got it. OH
last thing, has a verification service where you check to see if the card holder islast thing, has a verification service where you check to see if the card holder is
legit. I tried it on MYSELF w/0 the company knowing it was actually me and itlegit. I tried it on MYSELF w/0 the company knowing it was actually me and it
worked perfectly. Got a verification message to the # I provided of my name,worked perfectly. Got a verification message to the # I provided of my name,
military service branch and type of discharge (Honorable). Again, your mileagemilitary service branch and type of discharge (Honorable). Again, your mileage
may vary but for $19 bucks I couldn’t be happier.may vary but for $19 bucks I couldn’t be happier.
ReplyReply
christopher filschristopher fils says:says:
January 15, 2013 at 8:29 pmJanuary 15, 2013 at 8:29 pm
Hey Ryan. I’m a 28 year old male who plans on joining the us navy in june of thisHey Ryan. I’m a 28 year old male who plans on joining the us navy in june of this
year. I’m also married but, a situation happened with my wife that landed her inyear. I’m also married but, a situation happened with my wife that landed her in
prison a stint, it’s an assualt charge. My question to you is will she still be able toprison a stint, it’s an assualt charge. My question to you is will she still be able to
attain a military ID card and live on base with me??attain a military ID card and live on base with me??
ReplyReply
Lieutenant Frederick GeorgesLieutenant Frederick Georges says:says:
February 4, 2013 at 1:23 pmFebruary 4, 2013 at 1:23 pm
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
19 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
Ryan,Ryan,
I am a Vietnam veteran who was uninterested in anything when I was dischargedI am a Vietnam veteran who was uninterested in anything when I was discharged
from St. Albans Naval Hospital and just “walked away” and did not look back.from St. Albans Naval Hospital and just “walked away” and did not look back.
I will look into what you have afforded us all here. This information is “news toI will look into what you have afforded us all here. This information is “news to
me” and I thank you for it.me” and I thank you for it.
Respectfully,Respectfully,
Lieutenant Frederick GeorgesLieutenant Frederick Georges
N.S.V.F.A./ Orleans Fire and Rescue-RetiredN.S.V.F.A./ Orleans Fire and Rescue-Retired
================================================================
Georges F. B170696 WO-1 Supply CoreGeorges F. B170696 WO-1 Supply Core
United States NAVY – Vietnam CampaignUnited States NAVY – Vietnam Campaign
ReplyReply
Gwendolyn SidenerGwendolyn Sidener says:says:
February 8, 2013 at 8:15 pmFebruary 8, 2013 at 8:15 pm
I would like to know if I can still use my ID card. My previous husband retiredI would like to know if I can still use my ID card. My previous husband retired
from the military after 20 yrs. Eventually he came down with Myasthenia Gravisfrom the military after 20 yrs. Eventually he came down with Myasthenia Gravis
and ALS.and ALS.
He passed away, I have remarried, and am still eligible to receive his VA pension.He passed away, I have remarried, and am still eligible to receive his VA pension.
and I still have my ID card, but I don’t know if I can still use it for the PX andand I still have my ID card, but I don’t know if I can still use it for the PX and
Commissary, and wonder can I have it renewed when it expires?Commissary, and wonder can I have it renewed when it expires?
ReplyReply
James LyonsJames Lyons says:says:
March 6, 2013 at 5:27 pmMarch 6, 2013 at 5:27 pm
Hello,Hello,
I was a 1st Lieutenant in the army reserve 20 years ago. To the best of myI was a 1st Lieutenant in the army reserve 20 years ago. To the best of my
knowledge I am still a member of the “ready reserve”. As an IRR designee wouldknowledge I am still a member of the “ready reserve”. As an IRR designee would
I be elegible for any type of ID card. The reason for asking is that I’m planning onI be elegible for any type of ID card. The reason for asking is that I’m planning on
taking my kids to Disneyland and they have some tremendous discounts for thetaking my kids to Disneyland and they have some tremendous discounts for the
military. Thanks for your responsemilitary. Thanks for your response
ReplyReply
Miriam OlinMiriam Olin says:says:
March 11, 2013 at 4:52 pmMarch 11, 2013 at 4:52 pm
Hi Ryan, you seem like an expert! Just read your above article and learned a lot,Hi Ryan, you seem like an expert! Just read your above article and learned a lot,
thanks. I received an Uncharacterized Seperation in 1994 and am wondering if Ithanks. I received an Uncharacterized Seperation in 1994 and am wondering if I
qualify for ANY benefits. Specifically medical but also, I travel often for monthsqualify for ANY benefits. Specifically medical but also, I travel often for months
at a time and thought it might be nice to get an ID card so I can go on base to theat a time and thought it might be nice to get an ID card so I can go on base to the
PX – what are my options, do you know? Each time I call VA or DOD I just getPX – what are my options, do you know? Each time I call VA or DOD I just get
the run around … thanks in advance.the run around … thanks in advance.
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
20 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
MiriamMiriam
ReplyReply
Ryan GuinaRyan Guina says:says:
March 12, 2013 at 6:58 amMarch 12, 2013 at 6:58 am
Miriam, I would start with this Miriam, I would start with this Veterans Benefits GuideVeterans Benefits Guide to see which to see which
benefits you may be eligible for, including benefits you may be eligible for, including VA health care eligibilityVA health care eligibility..
Keep in mind this is just a guide to get you started. The VA has theKeep in mind this is just a guide to get you started. The VA has the
final say in all benefits.final say in all benefits.
Regarding a military ID – the only way to get one is to be in theRegarding a military ID – the only way to get one is to be in the
service, or to be a retiree, medical retiree, or dependent. Veterans areservice, or to be a retiree, medical retiree, or dependent. Veterans are
not eligible for military ID cards. You may still be able to show proofnot eligible for military ID cards. You may still be able to show proof
of service through your DD 214, a of service through your DD 214, a Veterans Identification Card fromVeterans Identification Card from
the VAthe VA, or by a , or by a veterans designation on a state drivers licenseveterans designation on a state drivers license, but, but
these are not valid forms of ID for entering a base or using facilitiesthese are not valid forms of ID for entering a base or using facilities
such as the commissary.such as the commissary.
ReplyReply
Scott ParksScott Parks says:says:
March 14, 2013 at 9:18 amMarch 14, 2013 at 9:18 am
Thanks Ryan for the forum and all the good information. I served in Bamberg,Thanks Ryan for the forum and all the good information. I served in Bamberg,
Germany from 1984 to 1986. My wife and I was planning a self-guided tour ofGermany from 1984 to 1986. My wife and I was planning a self-guided tour of
Germany this fall and I was hoping to get back on base just to revisit and showGermany this fall and I was hoping to get back on base just to revisit and show
her where I spent two years of my life but it sounds like we will not be able to gether where I spent two years of my life but it sounds like we will not be able to get
on base. We will have to be content with looking at it from the outside. Onceon base. We will have to be content with looking at it from the outside. Once
again, many thanks for the job you are doing.again, many thanks for the job you are doing.
ReplyReply
robert williamsrobert williams says:says:
March 25, 2013 at 10:53 pmMarch 25, 2013 at 10:53 pm
I LOST MY MILITARY ID CARD A LONGTIME AGO AHD WOULD VERYI LOST MY MILITARY ID CARD A LONGTIME AGO AHD WOULD VERY
MUCH LIKE TO HAVE ANOTHER ONE I ALWAYS WANTED TO TRY ANDMUCH LIKE TO HAVE ANOTHER ONE I ALWAYS WANTED TO TRY AND
GET ONE BUT NEVER FOUND THE TIME ARE KNEW HOW SO IAM TRYINGGET ONE BUT NEVER FOUND THE TIME ARE KNEW HOW SO IAM TRYING
NOW TO GET IT IF POSSIBLENOW TO GET IT IF POSSIBLE
ReplyReply
Ramon Ojeda SantosRamon Ojeda Santos says:says:
March 31, 2013 at 4:56 pmMarch 31, 2013 at 4:56 pm
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
21 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM
I would like to know what is discharge type: OPT-NSCI would like to know what is discharge type: OPT-NSC
ReplyReply
John CampbellJohn Campbell says:says:
April 12, 2013 at 2:11 pmApril 12, 2013 at 2:11 pm
I have a Verterians VA card for service in Vietnam and have been confirmed II have a Verterians VA card for service in Vietnam and have been confirmed I
have PTSD from servive in Laos. What is the differance with a VA card which hashave PTSD from servive in Laos. What is the differance with a VA card which has
service under the picture and one that does not?service under the picture and one that does not?
ReplyReply
Speak Your Mind
Name *
Email *
Website
Post CommentPost Comment
Confirm you are NOT a spammer
Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. You can also subscribe without
commenting.
Copyright © The Military Wallet 2007 - 2013 All Rights Reserved. About | Contact | Privacy Policy | Sitemap
TheMilitaryWallet.com is not connected with the Department of Veterans Affairs or any government agency and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content on this site should not be
considered professional financial advice. References to third party products, rates, and offers may change without notice. We may receive compensation through affiliate or advertising relationships from
products mentioned on this site. However, we do not accept compensation for positive reviews; all reviews on this site represent the opinions of the author.
How to Get a Military ID Card or Veteran ID Card http://themilitarywallet.com/how-to-get-a-military-id-card/
22 of 22 4/29/2013 9:20 AM