To reduce the risk of exposure during the Covid-19 pandemic, DOD electronically extended the expiration dates of ID cards. DOD has now requested that all dependents of active-duty service members, and Reserve and National Guard service members and their dependents schedule appointments immediately as these cards will expire on Oct. 31, 2021. ID cards of retirees and their dependents that were extended under the above conditions are valid through Jan. 31, 2022. Read more. DOD will not issue any further extensions, so schedule your appointment today! ID cards for retirees and their dependents have changed to the Next Gen USID cards which are being issued now.