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Anita Guevara, Montgomery MEPS transportation assistant, works in new Recruit Travel application. USMEPCOM launched Recruit Travel Application, replacing three outdated systems, on Dec. 12, 2024.

Dec. 13, 2024

USMEPCOM Launches Recruit Travel Application

HQ USMEPCOM, NORTH CHICAGO, Ill. — The U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM) is taking a significant step in modernizing its operations with the introduction of the Recruit Travel application.

A travel assistant passes a debit card to an enlistee. USMEPCOM replaced meal checks for enlistees traveling to initial entry training with debit cards starting June 28, 2024.

June 28, 2024

USMEPCOM Phases out Meal Checks

HQ USMEPCOM, NORTH CHICAGO, Ill. — Every applicant who ships to boot camp receives a voucher to pay for food while traveling to their destination. Previously this was done by issuing a one-time use paper check to use at the airport. As of June 28, these paper checks have been replaced with debit cards, providing a modern, flexible payment option for enlistees.