What is a computer access card?

The card is used for physical access into buildings and other controlled spaces, as well as access to government defense computer systems and networks, and satisfies the requirement for two-factor authentication.

Can a civilian get a CAC card?

There are four different types of cards. Active duty armed forces, reservists, DoD contractors, and civilians may all have a CAC card. Card uses will vary depending upon the command you support.

What is the purpose of a CAC card?

The CAC, a “smart” card about the size of a credit card, is the standard identification for active duty uniformed Service personnel, Selected Reserve, DoD civilian employees, and eligible contractor personnel.

How do I get a Common Access Card?

Whether you’re getting a CAC for the first time or renewing your current CAC, you must follow all four steps listed below:

  1. Step 1: Sponsorship & Eligibility.
  2. Step 2: Registration & Enrollment.
  3. Step 3: Background Investigation.
  4. Step 4: Obtaining Your Card.

How much does a CAC card cost?

They cost approximately $132 each, and are paid for by individual workers themselves or sometimes their labor unions.

Do you need a clearance to get a CAC?

The process to get a CAC card is similar to what people have to go through to obtain a secret or top-secret (TS) security clearance. For a secret or TS clearance, an individual has to submit a completed Standard Form (SF) 86 through the Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing system (e-QIP).

What can I access with my CAC card?

Answer: The CAC is the DoD ID card issued to eligible personnel, including military members, civilian employees, and contractors, to facilitate physical access to installations and facilities, and logical access to DoD networks and systems.

How long does a CAC card last?

8 years
These cards are valid for 8 years.

Why would a CAC card be denied?

Individuals that are deemed an unacceptable risk, or deemed unsuitable, will be denied a Common Access Card. CAC holders may be deemed an unacceptable risk in the future, which will cause the revocation of a Common Access Card.

Is a CAC card the same as a military ID?

Your current, unexpired CAC, Uniformed Services ID Card or Civilian Retiree Card counts as one of the two forms of identification you need to provide. You can apply to the Department of Defense to renew or replace your military ID online using the ID Card Office Online.

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Where can I find information about Common Access Cards (CACs)?

This website was created because of the lack of information available to show how to utilize Common Access Card (CAC)s on Personal Computers. MilitaryCAC has been online since 9 November 2007 and has over 121 individual pages of information and support. I am the content provider for the Army Knowledge Online (AKO) CAC Reference Center .

What is a DoD access card?

The standard card for qualifying civilian employees, contractors, and foreign national affiliates who need access to DoD installations, and computer systems. The standard card for civilians accompanying the Armed Forces.

What is a common access card in the military?

OverviewCommon Access Card. Common Access Card (CAC) The CAC, a “smart” card about the size of a credit card, is the standard identification for active duty uniformed Service personnel, Selected Reserve, DoD civilian employees, and eligible contractor personnel.

What is a CAC card?

Skip to main content (Press Enter). The CAC, a “smart” card about the size of a credit card, is the standard identification for active duty uniformed Service personnel, Selected Reserve, DoD civilian employees, and eligible contractor personnel.