Military Service
Here are my next steps to enlist in a branch of the military
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Prepare Paperwork
Birth Certificate: Original or official certified copy.
Social Security Card: Original card (unlaminated).
Government Photo ID: Valid driver’s license or state-issued ID.
Proof of Citizenship or Residency: U.S. Passport, Certificate of Naturalization, or Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
High School Diploma or GED: Original document.
High School Transcripts: Official copies.
College Transcripts: Official, sealed transcripts (if applicable).
Medical Records: For significant past surgeries, conditions, or hospitalizations (if applicable).
Legal/Court Records: Dispositions for past arrests or violations (if applicable).
Prepare for the ASVAB
Your ASVAB score sets your starting point in the military. Higher scores open doors to specialized career tracks—giving you a stronger start and a higher ceiling for advancement.
Gather medical records and schedule MEPS
Medical Records: Exact dates, doctor contacts, and records for past surgeries, hospitalizations, or major diagnoses.
Prescription & Vision Info: Names/dates of past and present medications, plus prescription glasses (no contact lenses).
7–10 Year Background Info: Exact addresses, employment history, and 3–5 non-relative references (with contact info) for your SF-86 background check.