VISITING MISAWA AIR BASE

Whether visiting for work, friends or family, the 35th Security Forces Squadron Pass and registration, in building 653 room 131, should be the first stop for those needing access to the base. Handling everything from visitor’s passes, restricted area badges, and vehicle, the Airmen and Civilian working at Pass and Registration office want to be of service. To save time and unnecessary trips, this page is dedicated to outlining all the appropriate paperwork needed for different types of passes, badges and permits.

VISITOR PASS REQUESTS

Processing requests for base access is one of our top priorities. Ensuring these get completed in a timely manner and submitting your requests to us on time will prevent any delays in the completion of this process.  For SOFA members who have family members visiting please choose one of the following forms below that fits the needs of your visitors. Lastly, it is important to note that PACAF has a designated country listing which prohibits individuals from specific countries from entering the installation. If you have a visitor from one of these countries your request will require 35 FW/CC approval. A copy of this listing will be provided in the section below.

For all of our Visitor passes and EALs, the processing times should reflect how long the requesting official needs the pass for and how long requesting official will take to meet all requirements with our office and their chain of command

 

VISITOR PASSES

ENTRY AUTHORIZATION LISTINGS (EAL) FOR BASE EVENTS

EAL’s can be used for multiple occasions such as sporting events, youth programs, and several other business, community related, and cultural events. PACAF has a designated country listing which prohibits individuals from specific countries from enter the installation. If you have a visitor from one of these countries your request will require 35 FW/CC approval. A copy of this listing will be provided in the section below.

  • Each visitor over the age of 18 must provide a valid photo ID (Driver’s license, Passport, etc.)
  • If a resident of Japan, they need their passport and resident card
  • If a minor (under the age of 18), parental permission is required
  • Escort ratio of 10 visitors to 1 Escort will be enforced unless a waiver is approved by the 35 FW/CC.  Please ensure you have enough escorts for the number of your visitors.
  • Please email AND call the Pass and Registration office for pass review before routing passes to your leadership.
  • Allow 7 - 10 days to process EAL's  

 

STATUS OF FORCES AGREEMENT PERMITS

A Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) Permit stands as a contract of sorts between the Government of Japan and the United States allowing licensed military members, DoD civilians and their families to drive while stationed in Japan. Misawa Community Center provides the required courses for both currently licensed drivers and family members that may not have a stateside license or SOFA Permit yet. For more information on the initial licensing requirements, please visit Pass and Registration in Building 653 Room 131 . For all other SOFA related inquiries, review the below links.

  • Provide a memorandum from unit’s First Sergeant (supervisor if civilian/contractor) stating the license was lost, stolen, or revoked
  • Motorcycle endorsement letter (ORA from 35 FW/Safety) required if getting a motorcycle permit
  • Orders/LOE stating your DEROS (We DO NOT use the date on your common access card)
  • Valid state side Driver’s License/Certificate from Schilling Center (MUST BE ON PERSON AT ALL TIMES WHEN DRIVING)
  • Receipt from Auto Hobby Center
  • Sponsors orders/LOE
  • Dependent ID
  • Once class is passed, bring certificate along with the above documents to receive On Base Learners Permit
  • Student must be present    
  • Valid state side Driver’s license/Certificate (MUST BE ON PERSON AT ALL TIMES WHEN DRIVING)
  • Orders for Military Members / Dependents
  • Letter of Employment for Civilians (We DO NOT use the date on your CAC)   
  • Military/Dependent/Contractor Identification (Base ID)
  • Motorcycle endorsement letter (ORA from 35 FW/Safety) required if getting motorcycle permit   

RESTRICTED AREA BADGE INFO

There are several types of Restricted Area Badges (RABs). Each badge is tied to an individual person and is required when entering certain areas within buildings, the flight line or munitions storage areas. For information and forms, check the below links and select the option best suited for you.

  • CAC
  • Verify 2586 form is uploaded on the SharePoint by unit security manager.
  Lost RAB
  • Individuals will need to fill out AF Form 1168 (Statement) at Security Forces Squadron BDOC
  • Unit Security Manager and individual must fill out a "Lost Restricted Area Badge" Memorandum for lost or stolen badges
  • Hand carried new and old AF Form 2586
  • If a missing RAB is found, turn in to Security Force Squadron BDOC
  • New & Old AF Form 2586 hand carried
  • Mutilated/Old RAB
  • CAC
  • Hand carried newly signed AF Form 2586.
  • Hand carried old AF Form 2586 for your old RAB
  • Old RAB
  • 3 duty days prior to final out
  • Hand carried signed AF Form 2586 or Lost AF Form 2586 Memo
  • RAB in hand

DEREGISTERING, SCRAPPING AND SHIPPING VEHICLES

Driver's License

Misawa Air Base Online Drivers Course Joint Knowledge Online (JKO)

Military Members, Dependents, Civilians on SOFA Status must take the training online up to 60 days prior to arriving at Misawa to drive on or off base.

Members who have a Common Access Card can login to the JKO Website via their CAC. Spouses/dependents will need to register an account on the website. After the account is created the steps to finding the course are the same.
Upon completion of the course members will print out the Certificate and report to Pass & Registration for 4EJ Issue.
How to log into the course (PDF)

CONTACT US

Bldg. 653 Rm. 131 Misawa AB Pass and Registration Office

DSN: 226-3995

Please direct all pass requests to our org box email and then call the Pass and Registration office to confirm pass has been delivered:

35SFS.S5.Pass-Registration@us.af.mil

HOURS:

Monday- Friday 0800- 1600

Closed all Federal Holidays and most Family Days. Please call to verify availability on Family Days.

 

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