Items to Bring
- marriage certificate
- spouse's and children's birth certificate(s)
- divorce decree (of both husband and wife)
- court decrees for alimony/child support
- small Bible, Holy Scripture or other religious articles (if desired)
- prescription or reading glasses or contact lens kit (no prescription sunglasses)
- prescribed medications
- civilian medical records if you have any medical condition that requires treatment
- college transcripts
- certificate of entry (for immigrant alien recruits)
Women should arrive in conservative, comfortable slacks or jeans and shirt. No tank tops, halter tops or short-shorts are permitted. Women are also required to bring these items:
- 6 white bras (standard white cotton -- two should be athletic support)
- 6 panties (white cotton)
- sanitary items (as required)
- 2 white half-slips
- 2 pairs of pantyhose or stockings (skin tone)
- shampoo (in small plastic container)
- a copy of PAP smear if one was performed six months prior to ship date
- If currently using birth control pills, bring the pills and a copy of exam records specifying the type(s) of birth control pills both currently and previously prescribed.
Male recruits should report wearing appropriate civilian clothing. All recruits may bring:
- maximum of $25 in cash
- light sweater or jacket (recommended in winter months)
- postage stamps
Recruits - Do not bring:
- food, candy, chewing gum or alcoholic beverages;
- cigarettes or other tobacco products;
- sharp objects, scissors, fingernail files or manicure kits;
- lighter fluid, non-disposable lighters, matches, aerosol cans, perfumes, colognes, liquid shoe polish or any articles in glass containers;
- radios, books, tape recorders, non-prescription or prescription sunglasses, musical instruments, sports equipment or cameras;
- firearms, explosives, ammunition, knives or weapons of any kind;
- calculators or electronic games;
- lewd or obscene photographs or literature;
- cards or dice;
- non-prescription medicine, drugs or vitamins;
- low-cut or two-piece swimsuits;
- illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia;
- Jewelry (except for a small religious medal, wedding and/or engagement ring and a conventional, conservative watch). While in uniform you're not allowed to wear any other jewelry.
