Transportation Security Administration news release Beginning October 1, 2020, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. Military IDs and DOD dependent ID cards are acceptable forms of ID. …
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — An overseas move with the military can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to rights, responsibilities and individual logistic support in a new country. Understanding how the Status of Forces Agreement affects you, as well as some basic differences in law between the U.S. and Germany, will…
USAG Bavaria Provost Marshal Remember – while here in Germany, you must have all of your Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs) registered at all times. You must register your vehicle in one of two statuses: either as OPERATIONAL or NON-OPERATIONAL. Plan, prepare and take care of…
Bavaria Branch Veterinary Services PCS-ing is incredibly stressful, which is only compounded by ensuring your children and pets have what they need prior to travel. Your on-post veterinary treatment facility (VTF) is here to help you. It’s important to call us months in advance with any questions so…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — A small, tightly-wound book with pages primed for international stamps and the promise of adventure, the passport is perhaps the single most important object for smooth and lawful travel across borders. Three types of passports are important for DOD personnel and families stationed in Germany:…
Editor’s note: Tom Janis is the Emergency Manager at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria. This is his contribution and analysis. Imagine there was widespread damage from a natural catastrophe while serving overseas and the U.S. Army refused to pay or render aid. Unfathomable? Well, get ready Army. Effective…
Original article by Devon L. Suits, Army News Service WASHINGTON — Soldiers with over 16 years of service who want to transfer their Post-9/11 GI Bill to a dependent must do so before July 12, or risk losing the ability to transfer education benefits. Last year, the…
By Sean Kimmons, Army News Service WASHINGTON — The Army is adding a year to overseas tours for some Soldiers heading to Europe and Japan, as part of an effort to boost readiness and reduce moves. Under the new policy, which applies to permanent change-of-station orders published…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — American Red Cross assists military members, civilians and their families in the event of an emergency, unexpected illness or death in the family, via emergency communication. “The emergency communication process is certainly one of the most important and discernible services we provide, but there are…
USEUCOM Customs Executive Agency News Release WIESBADEN, Germany — People who are thinking of sending chocolate eggs stateside this Easter should be aware of the U.S. Customs regulation banning Kinder Surprise eggs from import to the U.S. “U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents will remove Kinder Surprise chocolate…