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.
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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.


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


Customer Support
- ID Card/DEERS updates
- Accessions
- Initial Enlistment Bonus (IEB)
- Passports
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)


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


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)


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.
Required Supporting Documents
Documents must be Original/Certified copies. Notarized copies of official documents are NOT acceptable. Notarized English translation must accompany foreign documents.
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.
Required Supporting Documents
Documents must be Original/Certified copies. Notarized copies of official documents are NOT acceptable. Notarized English translation must accompany foreign documents.
Lost-Stolen-Destroyed-Confiscated • Sample Memorandum
Military-Civilian-Disabled Veterans
Retiree and Dependent ID Card Renewal Instructions
• How to get DD Form 1172
Passports
Passport applications are by appointment ONLY.
Passport Checklists
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

Offices that handle Tourist Passports
You can contact the below offices for the Tourist passport process
Camp Foster
- DSN: 315-645-9848/9847/9842
- Email:
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Japan
- Phone Number: 098-876-4211
- Email:
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Contact
Military Personnel Flight
Kadena AB, Building #721B
ID Card Services
Monday - Friday • 7:00 am - 4:30 pmCAC, ID Cards, and DEERS updates by appointment only.
Walk-in services are available for emergencies/mission stoppage only.
*MPF is closed every 3rd Thursday of every month for training
Passport Services
Monday - Friday • 9:00 am - 1:00 pmBy appointment only
*MPF is closed every 3rd Thursday of every month for training
Additional Services
Outbound Assignments, DEROS Management, Retirements/Separations, Promotions, Evaluations, Decorations, Classifications
Walk-ins
Monday - Friday • 7:30 - 10:30 am
Appointments
Monday - Friday • 10:30 am - 4:30 pm