Can a non military go to the commissary?

DoD civilians not on official duty from the U.S. to overseas are not entitled to overseas commissary privileges.

Can civilians shop at the Base exchange?

DALLAS – More than 500,000 Department of Defense and Coast Guard civilians and retirees now have access to the largest Exchange in the world, tax free, at ShopMyExchange.com. DoD and Coast Guard civilians were granted in-store shopping access May 1 after a change in DoD policy.

What is the military store on base called?

The commissary
Commissaries are basically your neighborhood grocery store, located on military installations worldwide. The commissary sells food and household items at prices that are often below other grocery stores.

Are veterans allowed on base?

The veteran can bring up to five others on base at any time as long as their relationship to the VHIC holder is established, such as a spouse or adult children of the veteran. Each will have to go to the same office, with REAL ID-compliant identification, to have their backgrounds checked.

Who is considered a DoD civilian?

A Federal civilian employee of the Department of Defense directly hired and paid from appropriated or nonappropriated funds, under permanent or temporary appointment. Specifically excluded are contractors and foreign host nationals as well as third country civilians.

Who can shop on military bases?

The Department of Defense announced today the expansion of access to military exchanges. Starting May 1, 2021, DOD and Coast Guard appropriated fund and nonappropriated fund civilian employees are authorized to shop at military exchange stores in the United States and the U.S. territories and possessions.

What ID do I need to shop on base?

Department Of Defense Access Card. REAL ID or other ID issued by the State, Territory or District of Columbia. US Passport. Foreign Passport showing an unexpired immigrant or non-immigrant visa or entry stamp.