How often is MEPS held?
Depending on your enlistment process, you may visit the MEPS once or twice. Those who visit only once typically stay for two days and proceed directly to basic training afterward.
How soon is MEPS?
When going to MEPS, it should take a couple of days to get through all the paperwork. Depending upon certain situations regarding your enlistment, you may be there longer or shorter. Some of the military branches will ask you to head to basic training after you have completed MEPS.
Do recruiters take you to MEPS?
Your recruiter should prepare you for this experience. Most people who enlist on active duty make two trips to the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The first trip is for initial qualification determination, and enlisting in the Delayed Enlistment Program (DEP).
Do you have to stay at a hotel for MEPS?
MEPS Contract Hotel Like the first trip, depending on how far away you live from your local MEPS, you may be required to report to a specified contract hotel on the afternoon or evening before. Meals and/or overnight lodging accommodations, if needed, will be arranged for you.
Are you allowed to leave the MEPS hotel?
Upon arriving at the hotel, you will check in, drop off any luggage and take a shuttle to the MEPS where ASVAB testing begins at 4 p.m. If you already have taken the ASVAB, you can hang out at the hotel, eat dinner (all meals are provided for you) and get to know some of the other applicants.
Can you bring your cell phone to MEPS?
Can you have your phone at MEPS? Yes, you can have your phone with you at MEPS. However, they are only generally allowed in the waiting area and are not allowed in any testing area.
Can I have my phone at MEPS?
Can I bring a backpack to MEPS?
Keep your luggage to a bare minimum. One backpack or small duffel bag will suffice. You’ll need one change of clothes and an overnight hygiene kit (toothbrush, comb, deodorant, etc.). You’ll also need to bring your Social Security card, birth certificate and driver’s license.
How long is the MEPs process?
The MEPS process length depends on how many applicants are scheduled on the day you attend. It can take anywhere from 6-8 hours to two days, although that is not as common. It also depends on how prepared you are and if you have taken your ASVAB test prior to attending MEPS. Be prepared to be there for the entire day into late evening.
What should I expect at my MEPs appointment?
You raise your right hand and repeat the Oath after the Officer. When scheduling your MEPS appointment you will be provided with an approximate time that you will be swearing in. You are allowed to provide this time to your family so they can be present when you swear in. At this time you have signed your contract and agreed to serve your country.
How many MEPs are in the US?
There are currently 65 MEPS locations throughout the continental United States, Puerto Rico, Alaska and Hawaii. They are conducted in almost all continental states. MEPS facilities are considered military stations that are ran by members from all military branches. They are broken into Western Sector and Eastern Sector Battalions.
What happens if you do not pass the MEPs test?
If you do not pass the tests performed in the blood pressure, pulse and temperature section, you will not be immediately disqualified, but asked to return at a later date after potential additional medical visits. Applicant completing visual examinations at MEPS.