Official websites use. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. VA News. If you have questions that are not answered in the blog below related to base access, commissary privileges and MWR, please call Military One Source at Veterans use VHICs for identification and check-in at VA appointments, but will also use them for base access under the new program.
Veterans eligible solely under this act who are eligible to obtain a Veteran Health Identification Card must use this credential for in-person installation and privilege access. Veterans eligible solely under this act who are not enrolled in or are not eligible to enroll in VA health care, or who are enrolled in VA health care, but do not possess a Veteran Health Identification Card will not have access to DoD and Coast Guard installations for in-person commissary, exchange, and MWR retail privileges, but will have full access to online exchanges and American Forces Travel.
To enroll, you can complete an application for enrollment in VA health care by telephone without the need for a signed paper application. Just call Monday through Friday from 8 a. You can also apply for VA healthcare benefits online at www. Acceptable forms of primary identification are:. This ID can be issued by federal, state or local government agencies provided it contains a photograph, name, date of birth and address.
If the address is not on the proofing document, Veterans can provide separate documentation to confirm their address. Acceptable address documents include:. Once you have your picture taken, you should receive your VHIC within 10 days.
Increased security for your personal information β no personally identifiable information contained on the magnetic stripe or barcode. A salute to your military service β The emblem of your latest branch of service is displayed on your card. Several special awards will also be listed. Veterans will need to provide identification information, when reporting lost or stolen cards.
