Im leaving to germany and getting married, do i need to change my state ID's?

Question

I also need to get a passaport with my fiances last name, im wondering if I need to get new ID's if im leaving to Germany for 3 years on a military base (hes in the army).

Answer 1

The new ID's are thru the military base and /or the American Consulate after the wedding.....(and legal name change) if you need a European driving license and any thing further the "dependents" office on base will give you much more help and better counsel than you can get on the e-net..Wally

Answer 2

No you dont have to change your ID´s.

I live in Germany and you will always be an English or whatever man...

so you can keep your passaport... ;-)

Answer 3

I spent 15 years military in Germany. You don't have to get a new passport if you carry a copy of your marriage certificate, good if time is essential.  It's best to get a new passport with your new name though.  Your husband's servicing personnel facility is responsible for processing and submitting "no-fee" passports.  Means you won't have to pay for it.  If you plan on driving, you'll have to study the German rules and road signs.  The Army in Germany is responsible for administering the driver's license program.  Once you pass the written test, you'll be issued a EUSEUR driver's license (different from German license).  They are usually good for 5 years.  While in Germany you (as a military dependent) will be covered by something called "SOFA" (status of forces agreement) which recognizes you as being there and sponsored by the US army.  Finally, your brown, military dependent ID card is unaffected by where you are stationed.  You should always keep it current, and apply for a new one prior to it's expiration date.You need not do anything with your state driver's license etc.