Navy Region Southwest (NRSW) allows eligible drivers to make pickups and drop-offs at their naval bases in San Diego. Learn how you can start accessing the bases to cash in on the action.
NRSW requirements for drivers
In order to drive at Naval Base Point Loma, Naval Base San Diego, and Naval Base Coronado, drivers must complete NRSW’s background check procedure:
For Pre-vetting:
1. Fill out the required SECNAV form
2. Send your completed SECNAV form directly to NRSW by emailing it to CNRSW_HQ_PARKING@us.navy.mil
- Amplifying info/guidance will be provided after vetting is completed.
3. Visit any of the NRSW Visitor Control Centers to complete the credential issuance process
- Please note that wait times may vary at each center, and may be an hour or longer. NRSW will issue each driver a DBIDS credential upon completion of the process.
Walk-In:
1. Fill out the required SECNAV form and visit any of the NRSW Visitor Control Centers to complete the process. Please note that wait times may vary at each center, and may be an hour or longer. NRSW will issue each driver a DBIDS credential upon completion of the process.
2. Upload your DBIDS (Defense Biometric Identification System) credential to your Uber Driver app. Please do not submit any military IDs.
Drivers can complete the process by visiting any of the NRSW Visitor Control Centers:
Naval Base San Diego Visitor Control Center
3101 Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92136
Monday – Friday 6:30am – 3:30pm
*NB San Diego will be hosting a Rideshare Registration Day on Saturday, November 23rd for drivers that are interested in completing the background procedure to obtain a DBIDS card. Drivers can arrive to complete the process between 10:00am-2:00pm. If you have any questions regarding the process, please email NBSDVCC_STATUS@US.NAVY.MIL
Naval Base Coronado Visitor Control Center
Left of Main Gate 1, 4th Ave Bldg. 780
Coronado, CA 92118
Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:00pm
Naval Base Point Loma Visitor Control Center
174 Rosecrans Street Bldg. 174
San Diego, CA 92106
Monday – Friday 6:30am – 3:00pm
NRSW requires credentials for base access to be renewed every three years through the above outlined process. For the most up-to-date DBIDS information, please refer to NRSW. Uber does not collect any of the data that drivers provide to NRSW during NRSW’s background check and access approval process. Uber is not involved in NRSW’s decision on whether or not to grant access to the base. If approved, NRSW will provide Uber with your name and phone number in order for Uber to turn on your access to NRSW in the app. NRSW reserves the right to revoke access as it deems necessary.
How pickups and dropoffs work at NRSW
Driver access to NRSW is granted only when actively requested by Navy personnel on base or when a rider with Navy access credentials has requested to be dropped off on base.
NRSW requires drivers to show their Uber Driver app and naval base access pass upon entry.
Frequently asked questions
- I already have a military/civilian ID, do I still need to go to the Pass and Decal Center?
Yes, All drivers must go through the same process to get a DBIDS pass in order to pick up and drop off riders. - Which bases do I have access to as someone who drives with the Uber app?
Base Access includes Naval Base Point Loma, Naval Base Coronado, Silver Strand, Navy Hospital (Balboa Park), Submarine Base, and Naval Base San Diego. - How long does the process take? (See scenarios below)
Scenario 1: SECNAV form filled out and sent to NRSW 24 to 48 hours prior to Visitor Control Center visit: Plan to spend about 15 to 30 minutes receiving your Uber DBIDS credential.
Scenario 2: SECNAV form filled out during Visitor Control Center visit: Plan to spend about 45 minutes to 2 hours receiving your Uber DBIDS credential. - How do I know if my Uber account is set up to receive requests to and from base?
All drivers with an active DBIDS commercial access card uploaded to their Uber Driver app will have access to the San Diego naval bases. - How much does it cost to get a DBIDS card?
The process is free for drivers with an active Uber Driver app.
Posted by Katrina Strack
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