My husband's recruiter asked for my father’s information, but I don’t know much about him. Is his information necessary?

Ashley Hernandez — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 20:21:13 -0400

I don’t know anything more than my father’s name and birthday since that’s what’s on my birth certificate but he asked for his address and phone number then told me to just give him something to put down. Is this going to affect my husband in any way? I don’t know much about my father except he has a record so I know he’s not a good guy.

Response by MSG Danny Mathers made Aug 8 at 2019 8:29 PM

MSG Danny Mathers — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 20:29:34 -0400

Talk to recruiter'd commander and ask him why.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 8 at 2019 8:59 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 20:59:42 -0400

Yes it’s needed for the SF 86. Security clearance application

Response by CW4 Craig Urban made Aug 8 at 2019 9:06 PM

CW4 Craig Urban — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 21:06:39 -0400

Tell your recruiter to do a background check on your father. My father was a bombardier drafted in WW2. Give him the name. I only met my father one time. I still do not now his middle name and do not care. Now uncle Matt urban is another story. Most decorated soldier in WW2. They say one of the most. I say BS.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 8 at 2019 9:09 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 21:09:13 -0400

Maybe you can ask your mom about your dad....but don't stress it. You can only give the little bit of info you have and that's it.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 8 at 2019 9:44 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 21:44:17 -0400

This information is needed for the recruiter to complete his packet. However, it is not a show stopper and will not negatively change anything. you're not the first person to not know their parents information and you wont be the last. Dont sweat it at all. I'm currently on recruiting duty and see this often.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 8 at 2019 10:13 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 22:13:32 -0400

I have a similar issue when doing my security paperwork. My Dad has been married 8 times and they want all the info for them. About all I know is their names and first names at that. I end up writing UNKNOWN a lot. I have no problem getting my TS/SCI clearance.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Aug 9 at 2019 5:40 AM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Fri, 09 Aug 2019 05:40:37 -0400

You offer the very little you do have and that’s it. They are conducting a routine background which everyone in the service goes through to clear him for duty. Good luck.

Response by SSG Brian G. made Aug 9 at 2019 9:25 AM

SSG Brian G. — Fri, 09 Aug 2019 09:25:45 -0400

Just answer it honestly. If all you have is name and DOB then that is all you have. It will not stop your husbands recruitment. This is what we have CID, FBI, CIA and NSA for. They plug his name and DOB in and if he is in the system they can track him down if it is of any importance. This is rather standard and as I was told when I went in, is to see the influences and connections.

Response by SFC J Fullerton made Aug 9 at 2019 11:15 AM

SFC J Fullerton — Fri, 09 Aug 2019 11:15:04 -0400

Did the recruiter not explain why this was needed? As others have answered, it is required for the SF86 security clearance application. My advice during the enlistment process is to don't be afraid to ask questions to the recruiter. You will likely get clear cut explanations straight from the source instead of seeking answers or validation on an internet forum.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 9 at 2019 11:29 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 09 Aug 2019 11:29:14 -0400

The best of your knowledge