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Kadena AB, Building #721B

DSN: 634-8978

Military Personnel Flight

The 718th Force Support Squadron Military Personnel Flight (MPF) administers Military Personnel programs, No-fee Official Passports, and guidance for our customers across the installation. We are the subject-matter experts for numerous aspects of Military programs such as In-Processing, ID Cards, DEERS, Retentions, Assignments, System Accesses, Unfavorable Information Files (UIFs), Promotions, Evaluations, and Decorations.

MPF is Here to Provide Customer Support, Force Management & Career Development

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New MPF Appointment System

The MPF will be transitioning to an appointment-based system effective Monday, 2 October 2023. This transition will allow our team to better service Team Kadena.

Walk-in customers: Mobile devices can be used to schedule an appointment or join the waitlist. Scan the QR code or click here.
Identification & CAC Cards

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Services

Force Management

  • IPCOT/COT Orders
  • Duty Status
  • Evaluations
  • Decorations
  • Classifications/G-Series
  • 2096/2098 Actions
  • Tour Credit
  • UIF/Control Roster

Career Development

  • Assignments
  • Retirements/Separations
  • Re-enlistments/Extensions
  • Command Sponsorship
  • DEROS Extensions/Curtailments
  • Student Dependent Travel
  • PRP
  • Officer Promotions
  • Enlisted Promotions

Customer Support

  • ID Card/DEERS updates
  • Accessions
  • Initial Enlistment Bonus (IEB)
  • Passports

Virtual Military Personnel Flight (vMPF)

For Military only

The following actions are available to all military members via the Virtual Military Personnel Flight (vMPF) website located on the Air Force Portal (Active Duty history information is imperative when meeting promotion boards):

  • Virtual Record of Emergency Data (vRED) review/update
  • Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
  • Humanitarian Re-assignment
  • Request Changes in Duty History
  • Request Retirement
  • Initial Assignment Briefing
  • Virtual Out-processing Checklist
  • Awards & Decorations Updates
  • Data Verification Brief
  • Record Review/Update
  • CONUS Assignment Exchange
  • Evaluation Appeals
  • RNLTD Change Request
  • High School Senior Assignment Deferment
  • Proof Of Service Letter
  • Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB)

Reporting and In-Processing Procedures

Inbound Airmen must contact their sponsor for temporary lodging reservations and a Kadena AB information/welcome package. Airmen should make every effort to reserve temporary lodging prior to arrival to ensure accommodations are available for their family while completing in-processing which can take several days. It is important that lodging is arranged through the Kadena Lodging office, otherwise, there is a risk of not being reimbursed for lodging expenses. Airmen without a sponsor should gaining unit Commander Support Staff (CSS) or the Military Personnel Flight’s Customer Service office at DSN 634-4537 for CSS contact information.

Upon arrival to Kadena Air Force Base, Airmen must first report to your unit’s Commander Support Staff (CSS), INTRO Manager or Admin staff representative with a copy of your orders upon arrival or the next duty day after weekend arrival to begin in-processing. The unit will provide the Initial Duty Assignment (IDA) notification and squadron checklist.

After unit in-processing, newcomers must attend the Newcomer’s Orientation Seminar offered every Thursday at the Schilling Community Center. For more information about specific in-processing procedures, contact your gaining unit Commander Support Staff or the MPF at DSN 634-4537.

MPF Sharepoint (only accessible from AFNET computers)

Mass Briefings

PCS Initial Assignment Briefings

Tuesdays • 7:30 AM

Thursday • 3:00 PM

Walk-ins accepted (making an appointment is highly encouraged, space is limited)

Retirement & Separation Initial Briefings

Tuesdays • 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM

Thursdays • 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM

Walk-ins accepted (making an appointment is highly encouraged, space is limited)

PCS Final Out Appointment

Scheduled directly with assignment counselors

Deers Enrollment

Sponsor must be present or spouse must have a valid Power of Attorney.

Required Forms of ID

Proper identification is required for all transactions. TWO forms of unexpired identification are required for adults, one of which must be a current photo ID. Notarized English translation must accompany foreign documents. We are unable to take the following identifications: SOFA License/Line Badge/Base Pass.

View a list of acceptable documents
Alternate DEERS Facilities

Required Supporting Documents

Documents must be Original/Certified copies. Notarized copies of official documents are NOT acceptable. Notarized English translation must accompany foreign documents.

Marriage
Divorce
Newborn-Children-Stepchild
Other

Identification Cards

Required Forms of ID

Proper identification is required for all transactions. To be issued any ID card, 2 forms of unexpired identification are required for adults, one of which must be a current photo ID. CHILDREN under 18 years of age, only one form of ID is needed. Notarized English translation must accompany foreign documents. We are unable to take the following identifications: SOFA License/Line Badge/Base Pass.

View a list of acceptable documents
Visit the DoD ID card website

Required Supporting Documents

Documents must be Original/Certified copies. Notarized copies of official documents are NOT acceptable. Notarized English translation must accompany foreign documents.

Common Access Cards (CAC)
Lost-Stolen-Destroyed-Confiscated • Sample Memorandum
Military-Civilian-Disabled Veterans
Retiree and Dependent ID Card Renewal Instructions • How to get DD Form 1172
Alternate DEERS Facilities
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Passports

Passport applications are by appointment ONLY

One appointment per person. 

 

Passport Checklists

If applying for a child passport, both parents and the child must be present during processing. If either parent cannot be present, the appearing parent must provide a photocopy of the non-applying parent’s ID and an original notarized form DS-3053(Statement of Consent form) or DS-5525 (Statement of Exigent/Special Family Circumstances).

Passport Photo Requirements

  • Submit a high-resolution photo that is not blurry, grainy, or pixelated
  • 2 x 2 in (51 x 51 mm)
  • Printed on matte or glossy photo quality paper
  • White background
  • No glasses
  • Military Uniform is not permitted
  • Must be taken within the last six months
  • For more photo guidance please visit U.S. Passport Photos (state.gov)

The Passport Office is located in Building #721B, Room D-205 on the second floor. For further questions and inquiries, please reach out via DSN 315.632.0446/0447 or email 718fss.mps.passportmatters@us.af.mil.

Notice for Birth Certificates from California, Texas or Puerto Rico 

Alternate Locations for Tourist Passports

You can contact the below offices for the Tourist passport process

Camp Foster

Installation Personnel Administration Center (No-Fee/Tourist) Bldg #: 5699

DSN: 315.645.9848/9847/9842
Email:ipac_campfoster_passport@usmc.mil
Website

Torii Station

Military Personnel Division USAG Okinawa (No-Fee/Tourist) Bldg #: 216 Rm. 133

Phone Number: 011.81.90.351.5419
DSN: 315.652.5419/652-4060
Email: usarmy.torii.usag.mbx.okinawa-passports@mail.mil
Website

U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Japan

(Tourist only)

Phone Number: 098.876.4211
Website

Contacting American Citizens Services (for passport, citizenship, and notarial services)

https://jp.usembassy.gov/services/acs-inquiry-form-2/