Fill out DD-1172-2 (Application for Department of Defense Common Access Card DEERS Enrollment) online
DD Form 1172-2 is the application used to enroll eligible individuals in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) or Uniformed Services ID card. DEERS enrollment is required for all military-connected individuals to access benefits such as TRICARE healthcare, commissary and exchange privileges, and installation access.
How to fill out DD-1172-2 (Application for Department of Defense Common Access Card DEERS Enrollment)
Enter sponsor information
Provide the sponsor (service member or retiree) full name, DoD ID number or Social Security number, branch of service, status (active duty, retired, Reserve/Guard), and contact information.
Enter applicant information
Provide the applicant full name, date of birth, relationship to sponsor, Social Security number, and citizenship status. For dependents, indicate the relationship type (spouse, child, stepchild).
Provide eligibility documentation
List the supporting documents being presented to verify eligibility, such as marriage certificate, birth certificate, adoption decree, or court order for legal custody.
Select the card type requested
Indicate whether the application is for a new card, replacement, or renewal. Specify the type of card being requested (CAC, Uniformed Services ID, dependent ID).
Sign and submit in person
The sponsor must sign the form to verify the applicant eligibility. Both the sponsor and applicant (if age 18 or older) must present valid photo identification. Submit the form at a RAPIDS site where the card will be issued.
About DD-1172-2 (Application for Department of Defense Common Access Card DEERS Enrollment)
Who needs this form
Active duty service members, Reserve and National Guard members, retirees, and their eligible dependents (spouses, children, and in some cases parents) who need to enroll in DEERS or obtain/replace a military ID card or CAC.
Where to submit
Submit in person at a Real-Time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS) site, typically located at military installations. The sponsor (service member) must verify dependent eligibility. Bring required documents such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, or court orders.
Source and content freshness
- Reviewed: 2026-02-24
- Filing deadlines may shift for weekends and holidays. Verify due dates with official instructions.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not bringing required supporting documents (birth certificate, marriage certificate, or court orders)
- Failing to have the sponsor present or a signed DD-1172-2 with sponsor signature for dependent enrollment
- Not updating DEERS when life events occur (marriage, divorce, new child, or turning 21/23)
- Using an outdated version of the form instead of the current DD-1172-2
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What documents do I need to bring when enrolling a dependent in DEERS?
The specific documents depend on the relationship. For a spouse, bring the marriage certificate and two forms of ID. For a child, bring the birth certificate showing both parents names. For stepchildren, bring the birth certificate and marriage certificate. For adopted children, bring the adoption decree. All documents must be originals or certified copies.
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