I’m a Retired Member and need to replace some uniform items. How do I do that?

I’m a Retired Member and need to replace some uniform items.  How do I do that?

The Auxiliary Manual authorizes retired Auxiliarists to wear the Auxiliary uniform at appropriate functions [AUXMAN, 3.D.4.c], and for formal and ceremonial occasions [10.A.8].

The Coast Guard Uniform Regulations, COMDTINST M1020.6 (series), authorize retired Coast Guard personnel to wear the dress uniform to certain formal and ceremonial events. The same holds true for Auxiliarists in retired status.

Retired members desiring replacement uniform items can procure items via the regular USCG and Auxiliary sources and/or via certain commercial vendors. 

We recommend that retired members contact their Flotilla Commander for guidance.

Uniform items in common with the Coast Guard Active Duty and Reserve are available from the Coast Guard Exchange, ShopCGX.com.  Since retired members do not have the Member ID numbers required to purchase via ShopCGX, they will need an assist from an active member to do so.  If a visit to a CG Exchange is desired, the retired member would need to be accompanied by an active Auxiliarist to access the facility.

Auxiliary-specific items are available from the Auxiliary Center (AUXCEN).  Active members access it via https://auxcen.com.  To order from the AUXCEN, retired members may need to enlist the assistance of an active Auxiliary member.

Updated on 25 April 2025 by BC-UMH