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Ration Control

We are Available to Brief Your Unit on: The Unit Ration Card Program USFK Ration Control Policy and Limits If interested please contact us at 730-3475 or at usag-rcrationcontrolandmisconduct@korea.army.mil

Required Documents to Obtain a Ration Card:
 

Family members of active duty

Sponsor's PCS or Command Sponsorship Orders assigning them to Korea
Sponsor and their ID
Dependent's ID
Power of Attorney if sponsor is not present


DoD Civilians and Family Members

Letter of Employment or TDY orders
Sponsor and their ID                                  
Dependent's ID                                           
Power of Attorney if sponsor is not present


Contractors and Family Members

USFK form 700-19 (even if TDY) with validated stamp within 30 days
Sponsor and their ID
Dependent's ID
Power of Attorney if sponsor is not present


Retiree/Widow/Widower

Passport with visa expiration date no earlier than 90 days
DoD ID (or retiree ID if retired military)
NOTE: all widows/widowers must go to Camp Red Cloud to apply for their ration card


Family members without a sponsor in Korea are not authorized access!

Even if the spouse has a copy of the Sponsor's deployment orders or Environmental Moral Leave (EML) orders they are not entitled to a ration card. 
If the spouse would like access they must submit an Exeption to Policy Request for Temporary Privileges.


Additional Information:

You must be properly registered in DBIDS before coming to ration control office for ration control cards.
All soldiers have to update their DEROS at Personnel Office before coming to ration control office.
Temporary ration control cards will not be issued if you let your permanent ration control card expire. You should request a new ration control card 10 days in advance to avoid any loss of privileges while waiting for a new permanent ration control card.
A new ration control card will not be issued if the existing card's expiration date is more than 30 days away.
Please refer to USFK Reg 190-7 for information regarding installation access control.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the limit on Unit Ration Cards purchases?

There is no limit on unit purchases HOWEVER, purchases are reviewed every time the unit renews their card and the Provost Marshall has tools to monitor and detect suspicious activity with Unit Ration Cards. Alcohol can be purchased for unit functions but like all purchases it must be approved by the Commander.

Items that  cannot be purchased with a unit RCC are: office supplies or items that are available from supply channels and items for personal functions such as promotions.

Once I out process ration control, does that me I can’t buy anything at the PX or commissary anymore?

NO! Your account does not close because you clear, all we are checking for is that and  individual does not have any outstanding ration violations at the time you are out processing. Active duty military will still be able to use their CAC card to shop. For individuals and family members who have ration cards, these cards must be turned in at the time you or your sponsor clears however you can receive a temporary that will be good until you leave the ROK. Be aware that your purchases are still being tracked and the ration policy limits still do apply.

Why do we still have ration control here in the Republic of Korea?

Due to a long history of widespread black marketing, USFK has placed limits on certain duty-free goods most subject to abuse. The governing regulation is USFK 60-1 and it limits access to duty free goods sold at commissary and AAFES facilities to authorized patrons. This deters abuse of duty free privileges and is one of the ways we comply with US-ROK SOFA.

Is there a way to tell how many bottles of liquor/beer I've purchased?

Yes, you can check your alcohol, beer and commissary purchases 24 hours a day at https://pimsk.korea.army.mil Ration card holders can check using their serial number on the back of the card, last name and date of birth where military members must use their CAC card to log in. While on this site you can also check and make sure your family information is correct.

We just had a new baby; do I need to come to ration control?

No, you do not need to come to ration control. But it is very important that you have all of your family members entered in DBIDS, including those without ID cards, to ensure that your family size and ration limits are correct.Your family member is enrolled in DBIDS if they had their picture taken and finger prints scanned, DBIDS is not the same as DEERS.

My child is under 10 and therefore doesn’t have an ID, do I still register them in DBIDS?

Yes! All of your dependents must be registered in DBIDS in  ensure that your family size is correct and prevent[AAT7]  ration violations. This includes babies and children without ID cards. Your family member is enrolled in DBIDS if they had their picture taken and finger prints scanned, DBIDS is not the same as DEERS.

My spouse is old enough to buy tobacco but his/her ration control card says she cannot. Can I get her a new card?

No, there is only one card issued to all dependents under the age of 21. Once your dependent turns 21 you may request an adult dependent card.

I am trying to out process but my spouse/dependant didn’t give me their ration card before they left country, what do I do?

There are two options: your spouse/dependant can mail you back the card or you can obtain an  military police report for a lost card. Ration cards are controlled items and the ration control office cannot out process you without physically having your dependants’ cards so they can be destroyed or a MP report to keep on file.
For more Frequently Asked Questions please visit J1 DATA MANAGEMENT DIVISION - Home

 

We are Available to Brief Your Unit on:

The Unit Ration Card Program
USFK Ration Control Policy and Limits
If interested please contact us at 730-3475 or at
usag-rcrationcontrolandmisconduct@korea.army.mil

 

Have a question? Contact us at:

 

USAG Red Cloud: Building S-611, Room 121
DSN: 732-7660

USAG Casey: Maude Hall Building 2440, Room 131
DSN: 730-3475

By Email: usag-rcrationcontrolandmisconduct@korea.army.mil

Black Marketing Hotline:

DSN: 738-5118
Email: blackmarkethotline@korea.army.mil

Access and Monitor you Ration Usage and Family Data 24/7 at:


https://pimsk.korea.army.mil

 

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Date created: 11/10/2010 2:22:23 PM
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