Can a military depenent transit through Frankfurt with only military ID and military orders?

Question

My wife is a philippine citizen, currently in Manila. I'm stationed in Portugal, I'm trying to figure out if my wife can transit from Manila through Frankfurt with only a military ID card and military orders? The embassies have been no help to me at all. I've exhausted all my possible options, I'm looking for any information regarding this question. If you know of anything "in writing", please let me know.

Thank you.

Answer 1

No, that Im sure she needs a passport for. Only active duty can travel on orders and military ID to and from their duty station because it is as if they never left the U.S.

She needs to apply(if she does not have it) for a Philippine Passport, then you need to find out if she needs a Visa to enter Europe (there are websites that tell you what countries need visas to enter certain countries).

Once she arrives in Portugal, I believe you will have to apply for a sojourners visa so that she can stay with you during your tour. Your command should be able to give you that information.

If you need further help, go to the Family Fleet Services in your area, and Im sure they will assist you as much as possible, or they will guide you in the right direction.

Good luck!