Obtaining A Military Family Id: Mother-In-Law's Eligibility

Military spouses and family members can get a military ID card, which proves their identity and connection to the Defense Department. This includes parents, parents-in-law, or someone who has acted as a parent (in loco parentis), who can be made a secondary dependent. However, it is unclear whether a mother-in-law would be eligible for a military family member ID card, as it depends on various factors such as the service member's status and the mother-in-law's dependency on their child who is in the military.

Spouses of 100% disabled veterans are eligible for a military ID card

To obtain this card, the spouse must visit a RAPIDS office or another authorised ID card facility with the necessary documentation. This includes a marriage certificate, VA disability award letter, valid form of identification (e.g. driver's license or passport), and any other required paperwork. It is important to note that not all veterans with a 100% disability rating automatically receive a military ID card; the spouse must apply for it separately.

In addition to the 100% Disabled Veteran Spouse ID Card, there are other types of military ID cards. These include the Common Access Card (CAC) and the Uniformed Services ID Card (USID). To be eligible for a CAC or USID card, individuals must be a sponsor or have a sponsor and fill out an Application for Identification Card/DEERS Enrollment (DD Form 1172-2). The completed application should then be submitted to a RAPIDS office for processing.

It is worth noting that military parents, parents-in-law, or someone who has acted as a parent ("in loco parentis") can be considered "secondary dependents" and may be eligible for certain benefits, such as a military ID card. However, their access to benefits like healthcare may differ from that of other dependents.

Mothers-in-law can be made a secondary dependent and may have access to some health care

Military spouses, dependents, veterans, and retirees may be eligible for a Next Generation Uniformed Services ID card. This military ID proves the holder's identity and connection to the Defense Department and provides access to certain military services and programs.

To receive their first military ID card, a family member must first be enrolled in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS). The service member is the sponsor and will sign and submit the DD Form 1172-2. The form can be submitted through the ID Card Office Online or in person at a RAPIDS site. The family member must also provide two forms of identification, including a state or federal government photo ID, and a Social Security number or tax ID number if they are U.S. citizens or U.S. persons.

In the military, parents, parents-in-law, or someone who has acted as a parent ("in loco parentis") can be made a "secondary dependent". This means that they may be eligible for a military ID card. However, it's important to note that while military parents' benefits are available, the Tricare coverage rules for those in the parent category differ from those for other secondary dependents. While they cannot be enrolled in Tricare and receive full benefits, they may have access to some health care.

Spouses of 100% disabled veterans are also eligible for an ID card. Additionally, caregivers who are registered in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers and have received a letter from the VA Office of Community Care can be issued an ID card. Surviving spouses and eligible children of deceased active-duty members, retired military members, Medal of Honor recipients, and 100% disabled veterans are also eligible for military IDs.

Military ID cards are issued to veterans eligible to receive medical care and other benefits provided by the DOD

Military ID cards are issued to veterans eligible for medical care and other benefits provided by the Department of Defense (DoD). This includes veterans with a 100% disability rating or those who are unemployable due to a service-connected injury or disease. Spouses of such veterans are also eligible for a military ID card.

To obtain a military ID card, individuals must first enrol in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS). This is a worldwide system that verifies eligibility for military benefits. Enrolling in DEERS usually occurs on the same day as receiving the first military ID card. Dependents, including spouses and children, must be registered in DEERS to be eligible for a military ID card. In most cases, dependents under the age of 10 do not need a military ID card.

To enrol in DEERS, individuals need to complete a DD Form 1172-2, which is signed and submitted by the service member acting as the sponsor. This can be done through the ID Card Office Online or in person at a RAPIDS site. Two forms of identification, including a government-issued photo ID, are required. Dependents will also need a Social Security number or tax ID number, while newly married spouses must provide a marriage certificate, and children under 18 will need proof of relationship, such as a birth certificate.

It is important to note that military ID cards are not the only form of Veteran ID cards. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issues Veteran ID Cards (VIC), which are digital photo IDs used to verify veteran status and access discounts at various establishments. Individuals enrolled in VA health care can request a VIC online or in person at a VA medical centre. To be eligible for a VIC, one must have served in active duty, reserves, or the National Guard and received an honourable discharge.

Dependents must be enrolled in DEERS to receive their first military ID card

To receive their first military ID card, a dependent must be enrolled in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS). This is a worldwide system that verifies those who qualify for military benefits. Enrolling in DEERS is not an automatic process for spouses or children. It usually happens on the same day as getting your first military ID card, and you'll need your service member or the appropriate forms.

To enrol in DEERS, you must complete a DD Form 1172-2. The service member is the sponsor and will sign and submit the form. You can submit the form through the ID Card Office Online or in person at a RAPIDS site. Use the RAPIDS site locator to find a location near you to make an appointment. Go to a RAPIDS site with your completed DD Form 1172-2 and two forms of identification, including a state or federal government photo ID. Dependents will need a Social Security number or tax ID number if they are U.S. citizens or U.S. persons. Newly married military spouses should bring their marriage certificate. Children under 18 will need proof of relationship to their military sponsor, like a birth certificate, to get their Next Generation Uniformed Services ID Card.

If the sponsor is unwilling to sign the DD Form 1172-2 for a dependent, the dependent can go to the ID card facility and receive a 30-day temporary card. This allows time to mail out the needed forms to contact the sponsor and for them to respond. After 30 days, if the sponsor has not provided documentation as to why the dependent cannot receive an ID card, the dependent will then receive the normal dependent ID card. Two valid forms of unexpired ID are required for all dependents aged 18 and over. This does not apply to full-time students aged 21-23.

In most situations, dependents under the age of 10 do not need to have a military ID. Military ID cards are not typically issued for dependents under the age of 10. However, at age 10, your child may receive an ID.

In addition to their two forms of identification, former spouses must bring in their marriage certificate, divorce decree, and proof of the service member's service in the form of a Statement of Service, DD Form 214, or Dates of Inclusive Service statement to complete their enrollment. Their ID cards are only valid for medical care and will expire after one year.

Parents-in-law can be made your "secondary dependent". To enrol a parent-in-law in DEERS, you will need dependency determination approval, a photo ID, an SS card, a birth certificate, the birth certificate of the sponsor's spouse, and the marriage certificate/license of the sponsor and spouse.

Military spouses can be eligible for expedited processing and naturalization

• Have a basic knowledge of U.S. history and government (civics).
• Be ready and willing to take an Oath of Allegiance to the U.S. Constitution.
• Have obtained lawful permanent resident status before the citizenship interview/test.
• Establish that their U.S. citizen spouse is deployed abroad as a service member.
• Declare in good faith upon naturalization an intent to reside abroad with their U.S. citizen spouse and to reside in the U.S. immediately upon their spouse’s termination of service abroad.

Military spouses can also be eligible for expedited processing of their green card applications. The green card process begins with the filing of Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, by the military spouse. This form establishes the relationship and makes the spouse eligible for permanent residency. The military spouse must provide proof of their U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status, such as a U.S. passport, naturalization certificate, or green card. The spouse applying for the green card must also provide evidence of a bona fide marriage, such as a marriage certificate, joint leases, financial records, or photographs together. If the military spouse is stationed overseas, USCIS offers faster processing of petitions. Additionally, if the spouse of a U.S. citizen, the spouse applying for the green card can file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, concurrently with Form I-130, expediting the process.

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