Sponsorship: Installation access in which visitors are sponsored onto the installation by someone with unescorted access to the installation (DoD ID card holders, dependents, etc.). Visitors will receive a pass and will be authorized to enter the installation on their own within the parameters of the permissions annotated on their pass.

-All visitors being sponsored will be identity-proofed and required to pass a background check before receiving a pass.

-Visitors must provide an unexpired REAL ID Act Compliant ID.

Trusted Traveler: Installation access where visitors are granted entry to the installation while with someone (either in the same vehicle or on foot) who has unescorted access (DoD ID card holder or member with a Defense Biometric Identification System card). The escort is responsible for verifying the visitor’s need to enter the installation.

-Visitors gaining access using Trusted Traveler procedures are subject to a background check if one is deemed required.

-Visitors gaining access using Trusted Traveler must be in possession of a Real ID Act Compliant ID.

-Visitors must stay with their Trusted Traveler escort at all times while on the installation. Escorts are responsible for their visitor's conduct.

Reference DAFMAN 31-101v3 4 4.1

Any state identification that states, “NOT FOR FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION,” “FEDERAL LIMITS APPLY” or “NOT FOR FEDERAL OFFICIAL USE,” a second form is required for base entry. Without a second form of identification, individuals will be denied access onto the installation.

Only valid and current driver’s license or state IDs compliant with the Real ID Act of 2005 will be honored unless there is another form of ID used with the noncompliant ID.

Reference NAFB Plan 31-101 J-1-A-8

Michigan, Vermont, Minnesota and New York states issue REAL ID and state-issued enhanced driver’s licenses, both of which are acceptable. Washington state issues enhanced driver’s licenses only.

REAL ID compliant cards will bear the following symbols on the upper left or right portion of the ID card:

REAL ID Act Compliant IDs include:
-CAC USID (dependent, retiree, & reservist ID)
-REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or ID, which includes one of the above symbols.
-Enhanced driver’s license or ID (includes above symbols & a U.S. flag on the front)
-U.S. State or Territory-issued birth certificate with raised seal (must also present a photo ID)
-Social Security Card or Voter Registration Card (must also present a photo ID)
-U.S. or Foreign Passport, or Passport Card. Restrictions apply.
-Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). Restrictions apply. 
-Veteran’s Health Identification Card (VHIC). Restrictions apply. 
-Federal PIV ID Cards (Departments of Agriculture, Energy, Homeland Security, Justice, Interior, etc.) 

Reference DAFMAN 31-101v3, Installation Perimeter Access Control, for the complete list of acceptable installation access credentials.

Approved second forms of identification include:
-Unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
-Original or certified true copy of a birth certificate issued by a state, territory, possession or the District of Columbia, bearing a raised seal
-Certificate of U.S. Naturalization (Form N-550 or N-570)
-Consular Record of Birth Abroad
-Other documents as established by DOD Component-level policy
-Permanent Resident Card/Alien Registration Receipt Card (Form I-551)

Appeals will be initiated through the 99th Security Forces Squadron. The Pass & ID office is located at Bldg. #696 adjacent to Main Gate.

Phone: (702) 652-8681

-Active duty military personnel with a Common Access Card (CAC)

-Reserve personnel with CAC or DD Form 2

-Military dependents with DD Form 1173 and/or 1173-1

-Retirees with DD Form 2

-DoD Civilians (Civil Service)

-Contractors with Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) cards and CACs with green stripe

-Federal and state agencies on official business

-Military veterans with a Veteran Health Identification Card that is “Service Connected, POW, Purple Heart, or Medal of honor recipient”

-DBIDS card holders to include: contractors, long-term visitors, honorary commanders, personnel with a visitor pass and AF Form 75

US Citizens: There are a few ways of getting passes onto Nellis AFB.

In-person pass issue: Both the sponsor and the visitor are required to be present at the Nellis Visitor Control Center (VCC) with valid credentials and current vehicle registration (if applicable).

Pre-approved pass: The sponsor can contact the Pass and ID office to receive a Pass Request Form. The sponsor completes the form and returns it to the Pass and ID office. After 72 hours have passed the visitor can retrieve the completed pass from the VCC. Pre-approved passes take 3-5 business days for processing.

*The VCC can issue passes for up to three days for official purposes and up to 14 days for visitation purposes.

**Individuals with a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)  and Work Permit are authorized to use the steps above.

Non-Us Citizens: Non-Us Citizens without a Permanent Resident Card / Work Permit.

Contact 99th Security Forces Squadron Pass and ID for more information on a Foreign Visitor Request (FVR).

Processing time for the FVR is 7-14 business days.

In order to approve a pass request visitors MUST have a valid reason to be coming onto the installation.

Valid sponsors include active duty, reserve, guard and retired service members, and DoD Civilian CAC holders and are authorized to requests this passes ONLY.

FVRs are approved for up to 90 days at a time; and must be resubmitted if guest(s) leave the country at any time between visitations.

Reference NAFB Plan 31-101 J-1-1 for foreign visitors gaining access

Q: How long can a visitor pass requests be approved for?
A: Visitor Pass Requests are authorized up to two months at a time in one calendar year. Any extensions will require an Exemption to Policy to be submitted for review and approved with the 99 SFS Pass & ID office.

Q: What is the difference between the Pass & ID office and the Visitor Control Center
A: The Pass & ID office conducts long-term pass requests and background checks. This includes Visitor Pass Request (two month max), Entry Authorization Listing (EAL), Foreign Visitor Request (FVR), Sponsorship/Trusted Authority Requests, Background Check Appeals, and Exemption to Policy Requests. The Pass & ID office also conducts flight line badge/Restricted Area Badge (RAB) printing for authorized personnel ONLY and during restricted duty hours.

The Visitor Control Center (VCC) conducts short term pass requests and background checks. To include Visitor Base Passes (14 day max), and 24-72 hours passes via the AF Form 75, Visitor Pass.  The VCC also conducts all DBIDs card and Visitor Pass printing for the Pass & ID office.

Q. What are the requirements for gaining Unescorted access to Nellis AFB?
A: Unescorted access requires individuals to establish their identity, be determined fit for access and establish an acceptable purpose for presence on the installation. The individual must provide a valid reason for why they need unescorted access.

Reference DAFMAN 31-101 pg. 18

Q. What may prevent me from obtaining access to Nellis AFB?
A: Failure to provide proper identification, having an unfavorable Fitness Determination (background check) and failing to provide a sponsor to grant you access to the installation.

Q. Is there an appeal process if I am denied Unescorted access?
A: Yes, contact the 99th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Pass and ID office at (702) 652-8681 for more information.

Q. What is the difference between unescorted access and escorted access?
A:  Unescorted access means you do not have to be physically with an escort (Trusted Traveler sponsor). Trusted Traveler access mean you must be with someone with unescorted access at all times while on the installation.

Q. I want to go to Armed Forces Bank, is that a valid reason to get a pass?
A: This is a valid reason to get a visitor’s pass but you will need to have a sponsor vouch for your need to enter the installation prior to receiving a pass.

Q. How do I obtain a Nellis AFB pass?
A:  If you are a contractor, subcontractor, vendor or service provider contact your company’s human resource manager or your DoD point of contact for information on how to pre-apply for a pass. 

If you are not in one of the above categories, contact the Nellis AFB Visitor Control Center (VCC) at (702) 652-3216 or (702) 652-3218 for information on how to apply.

Q. Can I apply for a pass in advance of my arrival to Nellis AFB?
A: Yes, the sponsor may contact the 99 SFS Pass and ID office to initiate the pass request process. All approved pass requests can be obtained from the Visitor Control Center on or after the approved start date.  

Q. I am a DoD ID cardholder, can I sponsor or provide Trusted-Traveler access to a non-DoD ID cardholder onto Nellis AFB?

Permissions

Q. What if I forget my Military CAC or ID on base?
A: If this happens please report the VCC with another photo ID. We will verify that you have a CAC or ID issued to you and provide you with a temporary pass. If you do not have any identification you will have to contact someone to sponsor you onto the installation or bring your ID to you.