How do I validate a DA photo?
Where do I go to view and accept my DA photo? Log into AKO (Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher) or https://dapmis.hrc.army.mil/ImageAcceptProlog.action to view or accept your photo.
Are Da photos required?
Beginning Aug. 1, 2020, the DA Photos will be removed from U.S. Army Reserve promotion and selection boards to enhance the future promotion potential of all future Army Reserve leaders. This change specifically includes, but is not limited to, promotion boards, command boards and position vacancy boards.
What is a DA in the army?
Chief of Staff, Army. CY. Calendar year. DA. Department of Army.
Is the da photo still in the Army?
The ‘wear and appearance of the uniform’ excuse for retaining the DA photo is further bunk. Except in the rarest of circumstances, a Soldier’s appearance in an Army Service Uniform is a poor measure of that servicemember’s value to the Army. These instances are limited to public-facing positions.
How to get a da head and shoulders photo?
To make an appointment for a DA, head and shoulders or a DA-style photo, Soldiers must make an appointment online at www.vios.army.mil. Appointments are not made by telephone. If Soldiers must cancel their appointment, they do, however, have to call the office at 255-0944 24 hours before the appointment.
Where can I get a da photo taken?
Official DA photos can only be taken on Fort Rucker at the MVISC, which is free. Soldiers cannot obtain one at a post office or local photography studio. If a Soldier gets a promotion or is awarded a new permanent award they should renew their DA photograph within 60 days.
Is the soldier responsible for taking the photo?
In recent months, many Soldiers, according to Reyes, have shown up for their photograph not knowing what they are responsible for, a problem for both the Soldier and the photographer. “Army Regulation 640-30 outlines the Soldier’s responsibility when taking the photo.