US Military Starter Guide

Interested in joining the U.S. military but don’t know where to start? 🇵🇭🇺🇸

I created this starter guide after receiving so many questions from fellow Filipinos about my journey into the U.S. Air Force.

I was born and raised in Cebu, Philippines. I started my Air Force journey at 28, took the ASVAB three times, enlisted at 29, and turned 30 during Basic Military Training.

This guide was created to help you organize your own research and understand the steps and questions you may encounter along the way.

Inside the guide:

• Understanding the overall enlistment process

• Filipino nationality & immigration questions

• Education considerations

• ASVAB preparation

• Questions to ask your recruiter

• MEPS preparation

• Preparing for military training

• Family considerations for parents

• Application progress tracker

• Official resources to verify current requirements

Please note: This is an educational resource based partly on my personal experience. I am not a military recruiter, immigration attorney, or representative of the U.S. government. Requirements can change. Always verify your eligibility and current requirements with an official military recruiter and appropriate government agencies.

Created by Catherine | Your AirForce Gal ✈️