PACIFIC COMMAND
JOINT BASES
Aiea, HI
United States
PACIFIC COMMAND
JOINT BASES
Aiea, HI
United States
Pacific Command
Base Essentials
You, or your sponsor, can make an appointment with the service housing office 30 days in advance of your arrival. Camp H.M. Smith does not offer any housing to USPACOM personnel. Air Force personnel may apply for housing as soon as they receive orders to Oahu, but will not be added to the housing waiting list until 30 days prior to their arrival. Advance housing applications are available at any Air Force base housing office. Inbound service members are referred to their service-specific housing offices at the following numbers. Marines assigned to USPACOM should call the Navy Housing Office....
Base Details
Type
Joint Base
Branch
JOINT BASES
Command
INDOPACOM
Status
Active
Est.
1947
Acres
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Active Duty
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Civilian
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Population
1,000,000
Economic Impact
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Pacific Command History
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, headquartered at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, is the nation's largest geographic combatant command, responsible for a theater spanning from the West Coast to the Indian Ocean. Established in 1947 as Pacific Command, it was renamed INDOPACOM in 2018 to reflect the strategic importance of the Indian Ocean region. The command coordinates the operations of all U.S. military services in the theater and works closely with dozens of allied and partner nations. It is the focal point of U.S. efforts to maintain stability and deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific, particularly regarding China and North Korea.
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U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
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In-Processing
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) is headquartered at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii. Personnel assigned to INDOPACOM should refer to Camp H.M. Smith in-processing procedures. Report to the Visitor Control Center (VCC) at the Main Gate upon arrival.
Contact Ohana Navy Communities at (808) 839-8700 for housing options. Coordinate with your sponsor and gaining command well in advance; plan for approximately two to three days of in-processing across the installation.
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Housing & BAH
On-post housing, cost of living, and BAH info for Pacific Command.
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Pet Policies at Pacific Command
Pet policies, vet services, and resources at Pacific Command.
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Facilities & Services
On-base services and facilities at Pacific Command.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Command.
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How do visitor passes work?
Visitors must be sponsored by someone with base access and should contact the installation's Visitor Control Center in advance with their government-issued ID and vehicle info. Day passes are issued at the gate; extended access may require additional coordination.
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What is BAH and how is it calculated?
BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) is a monthly stipend based on your pay grade, dependency status, and the duty station ZIP code — it is not counted as taxable income. Rates are updated each January; use the BAH Calculator in the Finance section to see current figures for Pacific Command.
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What should I do first after receiving PCS orders?
Contact the gaining installation's housing office and military transportation office (TMO/PPSO) immediately after orders are issued. Apply for on-base housing right away — waitlists at many installations run 6–18 months.
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Does TRICARE cover local providers?
TRICARE covers both the on-base military treatment facility and authorized civilian providers in the surrounding community. Use the provider finder at tricare.mil to confirm in-network options near Pacific Command.
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