Welcome to the next step in homeland security.
In compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12/HSPD-12 (24k, PDF), the DoD began issuing its CAC in October 2006. Pursuant to the President’s mandate, the new HSPD-12 compliant card contains advanced technology, which will enhance the security of Federally controlled facilities and computer systems and ensure a safer work environment for all Federal employees and contractors.
Exciting News
The DoD is actively working to protect your identity. In order to make your ID more secure, we have enacted a plan to remove all Social Security Numbers from ID Cards. Details about the plan can be found in the information pamphlets below:
- Reduction Plan Frequently Asked Questions (79k, PDF)
- SSN Reduction Plan Informational Flyer (127k, PDF)
- SSN Reduction Plan Informational Poster (252k, PDF)
- SSN Reduction Plan Informational Trifold Pamphlet (344k, PDF)
RAPIDS sites are now issuing DoD Civilian Retiree ID Cards. To learn more about this type of card, please see the information below:
- Civilian Retiree Informational Poster (154k, PDF)
- Civilian Retiree Informational Trifold (135k, PDF)
Quarterly DoD PIV Status Report
To view the DoD Quarterly PIV updates please click here
Does your CAC expire on or before 60 days from today?
If so, review the CAC renewal process.
(Note: You do not need to replace your CAC until
your current card expires.)
Get help getting started:
- Find out how to get the card.
- Check authentication methods.
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