announcements
ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES
Due to work being conducted by MTA on the Verrazano Bridge, Fort Hamilton main gate, located on 101st Street, will be reduced to incoming traffic only from:
September 28 through November 20 from 0630-1530HRS (6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
7th Ave gate will be used to exit the installation
Outside of these times, the 101st Street Gate will be used for entering and exiting the installation.
This notice pertains to vehicular traffic only, there will be no change to pedestrian access entering and exiting.
Post Facilities Updates
The USAG Fort Hamilton Retirement Services Office is happy to announce a new dedicated email distribution list to better serve our community!
Whether you have questions, comments, or need general information regarding Retirement Services, the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), Casualty Assistance Office (CAO), or other related topics, please direct your inquiries to our new email address.
Email usarmy.hamilton.id-t2.mbx.retirement-services-office@mail.mil Phone 718-630-4552 or 4266
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ID Cards/DEERS
Welcome and thank you for choosing the USAG Fort Hamilton DEERS/ID Card Section.
To serve you as quickly as possible and eliminate long lines, our hours of operations are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment please visit https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/locator
Please be advised that effective immediately, the ID (DEERS) office will no longer have walk-in hours on Thursdays. Appointments are required for the ID card section.
For Additional Information Contact the ID Card Section at Tel: 718-630-4557 or via Email (for Quicker response) @ usarmy.hamilton.id-training.mbx.dhr-org-box@army.mil
Installation News Updates
As the Army streamlines its social media presence to optimize its digital footprint, ensures improved information access, and reduce operational risk,
In accordance with Army Directive 2026-17, Optimizing Digital Media, the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton social media accounts will be deactivated effective August 7, 2026
While our digital channels are transitioning, our vital mission of supporting the warfighter remains unchanged.
You can continue to follow our updates, stories, and community news through our Official Garrison Website - https://home.army.mil/hamilton/
To View Official Stories and Images visit DVIDS - USAG Fort Hamilton https://www.dvidshub.net/unit/USAG-FH
To View Official Pictures, and Videos from Fort Hamilton events visit https://www.flickr.com/photos/usagforthamilton/albums
We highly encourage you to follow your local installation's pages on My Army Post App (MAPA) to stay informed on local community updates.
An Exception to Policy has been submitted, and we expect this social media pause to be temporary. Thank you for your patience—we hope to be back online with you all soon!
Thank you for your outstanding support, partnership, and engagement during our time on this platform.
Upcoming Federal Holiday
Veterans Day- Wednesday November 11th
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24/7 CONTACTS
718-630-4104
718-630-INFO (4636)
DoD Safe Helpline 24/7: 1-877-995-5247
If phone lines are out of service: 718-748-4153

SCAM:
At no time will personnel solicit payment for access to the Installation. There is NO charge for background checks or to access Ft Hamilton.





























