The Real-Time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS) is a United States Department of Defense (DoD) system used to issue the definitive credential within DoD.
RAPIDS uses information stored in the DoD Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) when providing these credentials.
These include, but are not limited to: The information is stored solely in the DEERS System.
RAPIDS provides distinct identification that is used as proof of identity and DoD affiliation.
It also acts as the United States Uniformed Services Privilege and Identification Card to access benefits and privileges, such as usage of the commissary on military installations or receiving healthcare.