Hello all, a question just popped in my mind. If I enlist in a particular branch of the military, will I be able to get military ID cards from any other branch's base? Would like to know if there are any restrictions on this.
Yes, once you enlist in any branch of the U.S. military, you receive a Common Access Card (CAC), which is a military identification card that provides you access to installations across all branches. The ID card is valid across all branches of the military, as it is a universal form of identification for military personnel. So there should be no restrictions on obtaining an ID card from any base.
However, the ID services must be available at the location you're visiting, and remember that operational needs may impact their availability to issue IDs. It's always a good idea to call ahead and verify if ID services are currently available if you're planning to visit a specific location.
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