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Base Access Information

Welcome to Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex!

As of January 2025, 100% DOD ID checks will be enforced at all Maxwell and Gunter Annex gates until further notice. Please ensure that all vehicle occupants have a valid ID ready to present at entry.

Key Information:

  • All vehicle occupants must present a valid ID at entry.
  • Expect possible delays during peak hours; plan accordingly.
  • Individuals without a DoD-approved access credential must obtain a visitor pass at the Visitor Control Center.

Visitor Control Center:

  • Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (closed on weekends and federal holidays)
  • Phone: 334-953-4283
  • During VCC closures, passes can be acquired at the Maxwell Blvd Main Gate or Cong Dickenson Gate at Gunter Annex.

Visitor Pass Requirements:

If you do not have a DoD-approved access credential, you will need to obtain a visitor pass at the Visitor Control Center. To obtain a visitor pass, you will need to provide:

  • A valid state-issued ID card, such as a driver's license (Must be REAL ID compliant) 
  • Sponsorship by a DoD-affiliated individual (if applicable)
  • Complete a visitor pass application form
  • Pass a background check (if required)

REAL ID Act:

In 2005, Congress passed the REAL ID Act, which goes into effect October 2021. For civilians, this means that there is a stricter set of requirements as to what can be presented as a valid ID when attempting to obtain access to a military base. According to the REAL ID Act, your ID must comply with the following rules to grant you access to a military base after October 2021:

  • ID must have your full legal name.
  • ID must have your date of birth.
  • ID must have your gender.
  • ID must have an identifiable number (i.e. driver’s license number).
  • ID must include a photo of you.
  • ID must include your primary residence.
  • ID must include your signature.
  • ID must have “physical security features designed to prevent tampering, counterfeiting, or duplication of the document for fraudulent purposes.”
  • ID must be machine-readable.

As of fall 2020, all 50 states now comply with REAL ID Act regulations concerning driver’s licenses and other state-issued IDs, like passports. If you’re unsure of whether or not your ID complies, there’s a simple giveaway (for driver’s licenses, at least). If you see a gold icon (examples include a circle, rectangle, and even a bear) with a star shape inside it on your license, that means your ID is REAL ID compliant. Non-compliant IDs will usually have some indication, too, like the phrase “NOT FOR FEDERAL PURPOSES.” If you believe that your ID is non-compliant, visit your DMV to get an updated version that is compliant.

Maxwell Air Force Base Gates:

  • Maxwell Boulevard Gate: 24 hours/7 days a week
  • Day St Gate: Closed
  • Kelly St Gate (Commercial Vehicle Inspection Gate):
    • Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    • 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.: Inbound traffic only
    • 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Inbound and Outbound lanes open
    • 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Outbound traffic only

Ride-Share Information:

  • Uber is now authorized to operate on base at Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex.
  • Anyone with access to the installation can use the Uber app to request a ride.
  • Uber drivers must be pre-vetted and issued a DBIDS credential to access the base.

Frequently Asked Questions:

  1. Who is eligible to use Uber ride-sharing services at Maxwell Air Force Base?
    • Anyone authorized to be on base at Maxwell and Gunter.
  2. How do Uber drivers get authorized to access the base?
    • Pre-vetted at the Visitor Control Center and issued a DBIDS credential.
  3. What is the process for selecting an Uber driver authorized to access the base?
    • Only DBIDS-credentialed Uber drivers will receive the call for service based on Uber's geo-tracking capabilities.
  4. Can I use the Trusted Traveler Program to access the base with an Uber driver?
    • No, the Trusted Traveler Program is not authorized for use with the Uber ride-share program.
  5. What are the requirements for passengers in an Uber vehicle to access the base?
    • All passengers must have a valid DOD credential.
  6. Will the number of authorized Uber drivers increase over time?
    • The future expansion of the service will depend on usage.
  7. Are there any limitations to using Uber ride-sharing services at Maxwell Air Force Base?
    • Limited number of Uber drivers with DBIDS access credentials in the early stages.
  8. Can dependents use the service to access the base?
    • Yes, dependents can use Uber for rides to and from the base.
  9. Are there any other taxi companies in Montgomery with base access?
    • Yes, four other taxi companies have base access: Checker Deluxe Cab, King’s Airport Shuttle, On Time Taxi, and Triple A Taxi.

Note: References to non-federal entities do not constitute or imply Department of Defense or U.S. Air Force endorsement of any company or organization.