Defense Attaché Office

Enlistment in the U.S. Armed Forces For U.S. Citizens

This information is intended for those making inquiries from the United Kingdom.

Military recruitment does not fall within the scope of the Defense Attaché Office at the American Embassy, London. However, the following general information is provided for your reference: All applicants for enlistment in the U.S. Armed Forces (as well as the U.S. Civil Service and law enforcement agencies) must be either:

1. a U.S. citizen


OR


2. a registered alien who is
1. legally and permanently resident in the U.S., and


2. in possession of a U.S. Immigration ('Green') Card (INS 1-151 or INS 1-551) and Social Security number.

If you meet the above criteria you should request further information from the following relevant offices in the U.K. or Germany:

Please be aware that, as many of the above offices are manned only part-time, you are likely to reach an answerphone if you call. Therefore, it is suggested that you write-in, ensuring that your name, address and contact telephone number are clearly stated.

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