What Is NEO?

Noncombatant Evacuation Operations (NEO)

While Korea is a relatively safe location, it is important that all family members, known as “noncombatants,” be prepared to evacuate both quickly and safely upon an emergency. Noncombatant Evacuation Operations (NEO) are operations directed by the U.S. Department of State to evacuate eligible personnel from foreign countries where their lives are endangered by war, natural disaster, or civil unrest to safe havens or to the U.S.

People considered noncombatants are family members of U.S. DOD military and civilian employees, non-emergency essential U.S. Civilian employees, and DOD invited contractors and their families. Both command sponsored and non command-sponsored families are eligible for evacuation assistance from Korea and required to meet certain criteria to be prepared in case an emergency occurs.

NEO is mandatory for all family members living and working on the Osan Air Base. More information about NEO will be given to you when you arrive at your Osan complex school.