Welcome to Fort Belvoir! Gaining access to Fort Belvoir requires 100% ID checks at all gates. To enter the installation, you must present a valid DoD-approved ID card or a valid Fort Belvoir visitor pass.
These security measures are indefinite and remain in effect to ensure the safety and security of all service members, families, and civilians on Fort Belvoir.
Approved Identification for Fort Belvoir Access
All individuals age 18 and older must present an authorized form of identification at the gate. Minors under 18 entering with a DoD ID cardholder do not require a separate pass.
| Accepted Identification Type | Authorized Sponsoring Capability |
|---|---|
| DoD Common Access Card (CAC) | Authorized to sponsor guests (except contractor CACs) |
| Military Retiree ID Card | Authorized to sponsor guests |
| Military Dependent ID Card | Authorized to sponsor guests (Sponsor must be 18+) |
| Veterans Health Identification Card (VHIC) | Access authorized; not authorized to sponsor |
| Sponsored Visitor Pass | Access authorized; not authorized to sponsor |
Contractor Note: DoD contractors, including those with a green stripe on their CAC, are not authorized to sponsor other individuals.
How to Apply for a Fort Belvoir Visitor Pass
Step 1: Identify Your Sponsor
To apply for a pass, you must be sponsored by an authorized individual. Eligible sponsors include:
| Sponsor Eligibility Requirements |
| Retirees, National Guard, and Reservists. (Do not need to live/work on post). |
| Active Duty U.S. Military or DoD Civilians working on Fort Belvoir. |
| Active Duty Military or Dependents (18 years or older) living on Fort Belvoir. |
| Contractors (including Green-Stripe CAC holders) cannot act as sponsors. |
Step 2: Choose Your Application Method
Submit 72 hours in advance to skip the line. For the fastest service, we recommend applying in advance. The sponsor must accompany the visitor to the Visitor Control Center and must physically sign the application form in order for the pass to be authorized.
Application Method | Process & Timeline |
1. Online / Email (Recommended) | 1. Download and complete the form fully. |
2. In-Person | Bring a completed printed form, or fill one out in-office upon arrival. Sponsor must be physically present with the visitor during in-person processing. Expect a 10-15 minute wait time for background check processing. |
Step 3: Pick Up Your Pass
- Who can pick up: Only the applicant may pick up their own pass.
- Where: Inside the Visitor Control Center (VCC) during operational duty hours.
- What to bring: Your state-issued REAL ID (and secondary ID if required).
- After-Hours Access: If you arrive when the VCC is closed, you cannot pick up your pre-processed pass. You must enter the installation by driving through the commercial canopy at Tulley Gate for manual vetting.
Processing & Pickup Timeline
- Wait Time: Passes will be ready for pickup 72 business hours after you email your completed form to the VCC.
- Notification: You will receive an automatic email confirmation when your form is received.
- Please Note: No further email will be sent when the pass is ready.
If You Arrive After-Hours
- No Pickup: You cannot pick up your pass after-hours.
- Alternative Route: You can still access the installation by driving through the commercial canopy at Tulley Gate.
Background Checks & Fitness Determination
All pass applicants agree to a background check using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III). To ensure you are eligible for entry, review the official list of disqualifying offenses on the Fitness Determination Sheet.
Special Access Rules & Procedures
Davison Army Airfield (DAAF) Access
To access Davison Army Airfield, you must have a completed Sponsored Visitor Pass. Additionally:
- The sponsor must work on DAAF.
- The sponsor must be an Active-Duty U.S. Military member or DoD Civilian.
Foreign Visitors
Official Business: Must be cleared in advance through the Fort Belvoir DPTMS Security Office. The clearance memorandum serves as your gate access pass.
Unofficial/Personal Visits: Must process through the VCC with an eligible sponsor (DoD Civilian, Active Duty, Retiree, or Dependent 18+).
Documents Required: Foreign visitors must possess a valid Homeland Security stamp in their passport or provide legal U.S. residency documents. Print the required I-94 Form Online.
Rideshares, Taxis, & For-Hire Vehicles
Commercial ride-share, taxi, and delivery drivers cannot apply for an unescorted visitor pass.
Only ride-share or delivery drivers who already possess a valid DoD ID card are permitted to enter the gates for drop-offs/deliveries.
Fort Belvoir Visitor Control Center (VCC)
The Visitor Control Center (VCC) is your primary point of contact for obtaining visitor passes, contractor badges, and navigation assistance on post.
Physical Address: Tulley Gate, 9500 Pohick Road, Bldg. 1409, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
Hours of Operation: Weekdays (Monday – Friday), 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
VCC Phone Numbers: 703-806-4892 | 703-806-4893
After-Hours & Weekends: Visitors and commercial traffic arriving outside operating hours must use the far-right lanes at Tulley Gate for manual processing.