Check-in Procedures

Please report to the Command Support Staff within one duty day of arrival for in-processing. All military personnel are authorized a civilian clothing allowance. Make sure this is on your Permanent Change of Station Orders prior to departing your current duty station. Please request information through your current assigned Military Personnel Flight. They will need to reference the Foreign Clearance Guide. A copy of your NATO orders will be required.

Commander’s Support Staff: DSN 314-675-6703/6704 Comm. +090-232-455-6703/6704

There is a mandatory Newcomer's Orientation hosted by the MFRC. Please call 314-675-6372 or email 425abs.afrc.1@us.af.mil to reserve your seat.

Your sponsor should be able to help you get settled during the initial days at the station. Additionally, the 425 Air Base Squadron Military and Family Readiness Center is also available to provide support.

Please feel free to contact the 425 Air Base Squadron Military & Family Readiness Center at DSN: 314-675-6372 or Commercial 011-90-232-455-6372 or email 425abs.afrc.1@us.af.mil

Documents to Travel With or Apply for in Advance of Arriving:

• NATO orders must be stamped with blue ink and with signature in blue ink (Turkey customs stamp RED for entry, BLUE for exit).  Ensure that the correct number of months is on the NATO Orders beginning date and end date for assignment.
• CAC (military ID)
• U.S. orders with amendments
• Government Travel Card Activated
• Information Assurance certificate, Hard/soft copy (this is needed to get your mil email account and network access)
• Driver’s License (highly recommended to have a current valid driver’s license that is not expired and will not expire during the entire tour)
• Medical & Dental records (hand carried for Active Duty)
• Foreign Identification Number
• Out-processing package from previous assignment

PASSPORTS

Active Duty US Military members are not mandated to obtain a Tourist passport for travel to Turkey, unless they have a PPC (Personnel Processing Code) that requires them to obtain one.  However, a U.S. Tourist Passport is required for leisure travel outside of Turkey and to set up many utilities and services.  It is highly encouraged you get one prior to arriving to Izmir.

Active Duty US Military members need to enter/exit Turkey using their military ID card and NATO travel orders. Military members MUST have NATO travel orders stamped with blue ink and a blue ink signature. The customs control at the Turkish airport will “red stamp” your NATO Orders. Do not use your Tourist passport to get into the country!

DOD Civilian employees will need to have an official no-fee (burgundy color) passport prior to coming to Izmir because they do not get NATO Orders. Upon arrival you will also have to request a “Turkish Resident Permit” (the Incirlik CPO has the details on that or ask the 425 ABS Legal Office for guidance).

There is also a U.S. Izmir Consulate if you need to apply or renew your U.S. Tourist Passport. The email address is: Izmir@state.gov.

FIN

It is highly recommended to start the application process to get a FIN prior to your arrival to Turkey.  Your FIN is used to purchase things like cell phones/SIM cards, internet services, registering a vehicle, opening a Turkish bank account and paying rent.  Your sponsor can assist you with starting this application process once you have your orders.

Lodging

When you have your travel dates to arrive in Izmir your sponsor can assist you with obtaining a hotel room.  There are five available hotel options with military rates all within walking distance of the ICC.  There is no Temporary Lodging Facilities in Izmir.  Pets are limited to the Izmir Marriot Hotel.  In order for you sponsor to assist you with a reservation you will need to complete a fillable Room Reservation Request memorandum and an Official Duty Hotel Travel memorandum.

Hotel Options:

• Swiss Grand Efes Otel: A 10 minute walk to/from the ICC. Near the waterfront. High quality rooms. 5 Star hotel.
  • Email or Call for reservations:
  • Email: Reservations.Izmir@swissotel.com
  • Commercial: +90-232-414-0000
• Renaissance Izmir Hotel: A 5 minute walk to/from the ICC. Between Swiss and Hilton. High quality rooms. 5 Star hotel.
  • Email or call for reservations:
  • Email: reservation.izmir@renaissancehotels.com
  • Commercial: +90-232-497-7777
• Izmir Marriott Hotel: A 10 minute walk to/from the ICC. Sea views in some suites. High quality rooms.  Pet friendly.  5 Star hotel.
  • Email or call for reservations:
  • Email: reservations@izmirmarriott.com | reservation.agent@izmirmarriott.com
  • Commercial: +90-232-497-0000

Your sponsor can be a huge asset to you by sending you information on Izmir your duty section the local community, things to do and places to go. You will receive a “Izmir Welcome Guide” with information on Izmir facilities, programs, the city and the local community. In addition please feel free to contact the 425 Air Base Squadron Military & Family Readiness Center at DSN: 314-675-6372 or Commercial 011-90-232-455-6372 or email Izmir's MFRC: 425ABS.AFRC.1@us.af.mil for additional support.