Do I swear in at MEPS?
At MEPS, you will take the ASVAB, choose your MOS and take a physical. If you pass the ASVAB and physical, you will be able to swear into the military on that same day.
What do you say when you swear in at MEPS?
I, (name), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the president of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed …
What time is swearing in at MEPS?
Swear-in ceremonies take place at 10am, Noon, 2pm, and 4pm. Family members will not be allowed to enter the building until 9am. DON’T bring any type of multitools, pocket knives, bladed objects, etc to the MEPS. You will not be allowed to bring them into the building.
Can I call MEPS myself?
A – Applicants for military service cannot schedule themselves for processing at MEPS. The enlistment process begins by visiting a local armed forces recruiting center and meeting with a service recruiter, once the recruiter completes all initial screening they will schedule a MEPS visit.
Can your parents come with you to MEPS?
As a parent, you are free to accompany your child to MEPS, but you will be asked to wait in a separate area during the test.
What happens if you don’t show up for basic training?
In theory, if an applicant fails to show up to ship out to basic training, the military could order the individual to active duty. And if the individual refused, the military could legally court-martial the individual. In reality, this never happens. Today’s military is an all-volunteer force.
How many times do you swear in at MEPS?
If you pass the screening and examinations, you will also select your occupation and complete the oath of enlistment at your MEPS visit. 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.