Women, Infants and Children Overseas

WIC Overseas

The Women, Infants and Children Overseas Program is a Department of Defense nutrition education and supplemental food program offered to members of the Armed Forces, civilian employees and Department of Defense contractors living overseas and their dependents.

If you qualify for the WIC Overseas Program, you will receive a number of benefits, such as nutrition education and healthy foods to enhance the quality of health and wellness for you and your family.

Individuals eligible to participate are pregnant and postpartum woman, infants and children up to the age of five. These individuals must meet income and other criteria in order to receive this benefit. Contact the WIC Overseas Office to see if you and/or your children are eligible.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does WIC Overseas cost me anything?

No. The WIC Overseas Program is a Department of Defense Benefit available for those who qualify.

2. I did not qualify for WIC in the states because my income was too high. Are the WIC Overseas income guidelines the same?

No. Some participants are not eligible for WIC in the states, but are able to participate in the WIC Overseas Program. Contact the WIC Overseas Office in Wiesbaden for more information on the current income guidelines.

3. Does WIC Overseas offer nutrition classes?

Yes, these classes are open to everyone living in the community. Contact the WIC Overseas Office in your area for more details on class topics and times.