Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

MilitaryINSTALLATIONS is an online directory from Military OneSource that provides information about U.S. military bases worldwide, for every branch of the military. Use it to find overviews of local installation features, contacts for military and family support programs and services, maps and directions, and other crucial installation information.

Though it’s designed for service members and military families, anyone can use MilitaryINSTALLATIONS.

MilitaryINSTALLATIONS provides detailed, up-to-date contact information for programs and services, state resources, maps and directions, links to comprehensive location overviews and crucial installation information for military installations worldwide. This information allows users to quickly learn the local features of the base.

Each installation updates and verifies its page annually, in addition to conducting quarterly reviews. You can be confident you’re getting up-to-date and accurate information on MilitaryINSTALLATIONS.

On the MilitaryINSTALLATIONS homepage, select military installation from the drop-down menu. Enter the name of an installation or click View All Installations for a complete listing. Each installation’s page offers contact information for programs and services, maps and directions, installation overviews, and community points of interest. You can also create a customized, downloadable booklet of useful information about an installation.

If you cannot find your installation listed in on MilitaryINSTALLATIONS, select the closest installation or visit your Military and Family Support Center for assistance. MilitaryINSTALLATIONS does not list State Department postings such as embassy or consulate assignments.

Select State Resources from the drop-down menu on the homepage. Enter a state or click View All State Resources for a listing of all states. You can find contact information, links to general resources such as the Chamber of Commerce, as well as available programs and services in each state.

On the MilitaryINSTALLATIONS homepage, select Program or Service from the drop-down menu. Type in the name of the program or service that you want to learn about, or choose one from the list provided. The search will be tailored to your selected installation.

You can get more information from your local Military and Family Support Center. Find your Military and Family Support Center’s contact information by selecting “Program or Service” on the MilitaryINSTALLATIONS homepage, selecting “Relocation Assistance Program” from the menu and then your installation or ZIP code.

You can also rely on Military OneSource for free 24/7 support, tools, assistance and more. Call 800-342-9647 or live chat with a consultant. OCONUS/International? Click here for calling options.