Effective May 7, 2025, all guests and visitors accessing Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego must

present a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an approved alternate form of identification (i.e.

- U.S. passport) to enter the base, in accordance with MCO 5530.13 and the Department of

Homeland Security’s REAL ID Act.

Visitors without a REAL ID-compliant license or ID must bring:

• A valid, unexpired state-issued photo ID, AND

• One of the following secondary forms of ID that matches the name on the primary ID:

• Original birth certificate with raised seal

• Social Security card

• If the name is different, an official court document or marriage certificate must be

presented to verify the name change.

This requirement applies to all guests attending:

• Family Day

• Graduation Ceremonies

• Special Events hosted aboard MCRD SD (Bay View, Community Center, Boathouse,

etc.)

• Interviews or onboarding events (e.g., job candidates)

2 Official REAL ID Resource

Use the following link for the official federal source for REAL ID information.

https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

It provides:

• A clear explanation of what REAL ID is

• The compliance deadline (May 7, 2025)

• How to tell if your ID is REAL ID-compliant

• State-by-state application guidance

• FAQs about accepted documents for federal facility access, including military bases

Tax Planning: How to Reduce Your Taxes & Increase Your Refunds

( With notes on the new tax law changes for the tax year 2024)

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, 17 December from 1130-1300 PST

LOCATION: Either virtual (your personal computer, laptop or cellphone) or in person at MCRD San Diego, Bldg 14 classroom.

Once registered, you will get a follow-up email the day before the event with instructions on how to join the seminar along with some handouts. Registration will end at 1600 PST on Tuesday, 16 December. If you wish to register after this deadline, please contact the number listed below.

This is a free seminar open to all who are interested, including family members, DOD civilians, veterans, and retirees. However, if you are planning to attend in-person you must have base access and proper identification.

For more information contact Michael McIsaac, MCRD/WRR PFM at 619-524-1204 or by email at michael.mcisaac@usmc.mil