Everything You Need to Know About DD Form 1172-2

What is DD Form 1172-2?

DD Form 1172-2 is the application used to request a Uniformed Services ID card and enroll eligible individuals in DEERS. It verifies identity, confirms eligibility, and ensures access to DoD medical, installation, and benefit systems.

Who Should Use DD Form 1172-2?

• Active-duty service members and Reservists
• Dependents of service members
• Retirees and their dependents
• DoD civilian employees (eligible categories)
• Contractors requiring base or system access
• Individuals updating DEERS information (e.g., marriage, birth, divorce)

When to Use DD Form 1172-2?

You must complete this form when:

• Applying for a first-time DoD ID card
• Renewing an expired or expiring ID card
• Updating DEERS enrollment after life-event changes
• Adding or removing dependents
• Replacing a lost or stolen ID card
• Overseas assignments requiring dependent verification

Key Information Required

• Sponsor’s name, status, DoD ID, citizenship, and duty location
• Sponsor’s address, contact information, and signature
• Dependent names, DOB, SSN/DoD ID, relationship, and addresses
• Sponsoring office information
• Verification official information and signatures
• Notary section (if not signed in presence of a verifying official)

Why is DD Form 1172-2 Important?

Submitting this form confirms eligibility for military benefits and ensures that individuals are properly enrolled in DEERS. Without it, dependents and personnel may lose access to healthcare, installations, commissaries, and critical DoD systems.

How to Fill Out DD Form 1172-2

1. Download DD Form 1172-2 from Zendocs.
2. Complete all sponsor and dependent sections as applicable.
3. Attach supporting documents (marriage certificate, birth certificate, orders).
4. Sign the form in front of a RAPIDS Verifying Official or have it notarized.
5. Submit the form at a RAPIDS ID Card Office for processing and issuance.

Processing Notes

• The form is valid for 90 days from the date of verification.
• Bring two forms of ID for each applicant, including one photo ID.
• Dependents 18+ may need to sign their own sections.
• Some updates can be initiated online through ID Card Office Online (IDCO).