A message to all newcomers from the Commander of USAG-Humphreys
Welcome to the United States Army Garrison Humphreys and congratulations on what
will be an exciting and fulfilling assignment. Over the next few years our
installation will become the largest U.S. Army installation in the Republic of
Korea and you will surely enjoy the benefits of our growth.
As part of that growth we recently opened three new gyms, one with an indoor
swimming pool, many new barracks, a new dining facility, and a middle school.
Those facilities complement other great places like our outdoor aquatic park,
mini-golf course, library, guest lodge, and education center.
With all the construction associated with our expansion you will experience
occasional inconveniences, but one thing will remain constant as we grow: our
garrison staff anticipates your arrival with a willingness to serve your needs.
USAG Humphreys offers a variety of programs and services to ease the transition
to your new home whether you will be living in the barracks, family housing, or
in an apartment in the local community. Most of our married service members
live off post in privately owned apartments.
Your school aged children attend school on post if they are in grades
kindergarten through eighth or at Osan Air Base for high school. If you bring
your family (Command Sponsored) our housing office will provide you with
furniture and appliances in either your on post or off post apartment. Our Army
Community Service (ACS) program not only provides newcomers’ orientations, but
also offers a lending closet to temporarily provide you with essential items for
your new home.
Family members receive much of their medical and dental care in host nation
facilities on the economy upon referral from the Humphreys Clinics. The military
hospital at Yongsan in Seoul also provides services as do the dental clinics at
Yongsan. However, Yongsan is a two-hour trip, one way, by bus. Veterinary
services are provided by the Osan Air Base Veterinary Clinic, about forty
minutes from Humphreys.
Among the many activities you will undertake as you prepare for your move, I ask
that you pay particular attention to these four:
- Service Members with dependents: If you would like to bring your family
with you to Korea you may be able to because a recent change in policy increased
the number of command sponsorship opportunities substantially. Visit your local
Military Personnel Division (MPD) Office or your S1 to apply for command
sponsorship before you depart. Communicate with your sponsor as well to help you
make an informed decision. Applying well in advance will help ensure your
desires are known to us. Along with that application you will need to submit a
completed Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) screening for overseas travel
so we can determine if we can meet the needs of your family.
- Service Members with dependents: If you plan to bring your family with
you, they will need government-issued passports for entry into Korea. As a
service member your orders provide your authorization for entry and exit. Again,
speak with your local MPD office to obtain the proper application. Your family
members will also need Visas issued by Korea for the duration of their stay. You
should apply for the Visas when you apply for the passport.
- All service members: Complete the United States Forces Korea (USFK)
online training before leaving your current duty station
- All service members: Update your immunizations before your departure.
Once again, welcome to the USAG Humphreys family. I look forward to meeting you
and wish you a rewarding tour with us in the “Land of the Morning Calm.”
<signed>
COL Joseph P. Moore
Commander