USAG Rheinland-Pfalz, Baumholder

For all Military traveling to OCONUS and within Europe: Please ensure to travel in civilian attire.

If there are exceptional circumstances that require you to travel into Frankfurt International Airport: You must travel in civilian clothing and refrain from using your military issue duffels, rucksack, or anything that would single you out as an American Service Member.  There is no shuttle service, support or oversight for those arriving into Frankfurt International Airport. 

*Adverse weather

When adverse weather conditions warrant base closure or delays, military personnel, DOD civilian employees and tenant units personnel can receive up-to-date information by tuning in to Armed Forces Network (AFN) 105.1 FM for the latest updates; checking the USAG RP webpage, USAG RP Facebook page or IMCOM-Europe Road Conditions webpage. NOTE: The IMCOM-Europe Weather Conditions webpage reflects on-post status only and not individual villages and towns.

*On Post Construction/Ph: 06111435312850

Construction on post will be a way of life here for the next several years as housing and facilities upgrade and expand. Be prepared for delays, detours and closings.

*Driver's License:

Be sure to obtain or renew your stateside driver license prior to arriving in Baumholder. A valid stateside license is required before obtaining a USAEUR driver's license. The USAEUR license is required prior to driving in Germany. For step-by-step instructions on how to obtain a driver’s license please refer to Motor Vehicles page.  Hours of Operation Monday-Thursday: 0800-11.30 & 12.30-1530 Friday:

*Passports / DSN:314-531-2429 or cell: 0611-143-531-2429

The NATO Status of Forces Agreement requires that dependent members of the U.S. Forces and DOD Civilians and their dependents be identified as such in their passports. This identification is commonly called a "SOFA Identification Certificate." A person could encounter problems crossing an international border (for example, a border to any European Union (EU) member country), while using a passport without a SOFA Identification Certificate. This is true especially when the person is a citizen or national of a country that requires a visa for entry into Germany (for example, Ethiopia, Philippines). A person who has a passport with a SOFA Identification Certificate usually may use the passport to travel to any NATO country. However, when a person having a passport with a SOFA Identification Certificate is required to have a passport without a SOFA Identification Certificate, the person must get another passport at their own expense.  Email: usarmy.rheinland-pfalz.id-europe.mbx.usag-r-p-passport@mail.mil

*Storage Space/ DSN: 314-531-2976 or cell: 011-49-611-143-531-2976

Storage space in on-post quarters is limited. Housing is typically smaller than stateside housing. It is recommended that you check with your sponsor or local housing office to determine on and off post housing options, average square footage, and accessibility for large furniture items.

*Child and Youth School Services Waiting List Guidance for Incoming Families/Cell: 49(0)611-143-531-3440 or DSN: 314-531-3440/Wetzel Kaserne Bldg. 8876 Baumholder Germany.

Childcare availability in Europe varies from one installation to the next. Some communities have significant childcare waiting lists. Soldiers and DOD civilians who are on pinpoint orders to Europe may contact the CYS Central Enrollment Registration Office at their gaining installation to place their child(ren) on the childcare waiting list 60-90 days prior to their arrival. To sign up, parents should fax a copy of their orders to the gaining CER office.  See the Child Care section for more information.

*Pets/DSN: 314-590-1200 or  Cell: 011-49-06371-9464-1200

There are travel restrictions on pets coming to Germany. If you have a dog that may be considered a "dangerous breed," contact Baumholder Veterinary Service at 011-49-06371-9464-1200, DSN 314-590-1200 for current information prior to departing the U.S. All pets must have a rabies shot not less than 30 days and no more than 12 months prior to their arrival date. In addition, the pet must have a health certificate from a veterinarian that is no more than 10 days old and must be micro-chipped before arriving.

*Health Care/Clinic Kaserne/55774 Baumholder/Cell: 0637194645762/Email: mhs-europe.tricare.mil 

Family members receive health care at United States Army Health Clinic Baumholder on a space available basis. If required specialty care is not available, patients may be referred to Tricare approved Medical Providers on the German Economy. All individuals relocating to USAG Rheinland-Pfalz, Baumholder should be aware of this eventuality.