Moving to NSA Naples
Naval Support Activity Naples has two sites: Capodichino, next to Naples airport, and the Support Site in Gricignano di Aversa, where the hospital, family housing and schools are. It supports U.S. Sixth Fleet and Navy and NATO commands in the Mediterranean. Life is lively and chaotic in equal measure, with Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast on your doorstep.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Nearest city | Naples, Italy |
| Airports | Naples International (NAP), adjacent to the Capodichino site |
| Climate | Mediterranean: hot dry summers and mild, wetter winters. |
| On-base housing | Government family housing at the Gricignano di Aversa Support Site; many families rent off base on the economy |
| Medical care | U.S. Naval Hospital Naples (Support Site) |
| Family support center | Fleet and Family Support Center, Support Site (Gricignano di Aversa) |
Where families live
Support Site housing (Gricignano di Aversa)
Government family housing about 14 miles north of Capodichino, convenient to DoDEA Naples Elementary and base services.
Pozzuoli and Monterusciello
Coastal towns west of Naples where some families rent apartments and villas.
Lago Patria and Quarto
Suburban communities on the Naples economy frequently used by Navy families for villas and townhouse-style rentals.
Naples city and Capodichino area
Dense urban living with apartments; more access to culture, with the trade-off of traffic and parking.
Schools
DoDEA runs Naples Elementary (K to 6, with Sure Start Pre-K) and Naples Middle High School (7 to 12). The School Liaison Officer works through the Fleet and Family Support Center. Homeschooling, private international schools and Italian public schools are other options.
- DoDEA Naples Elementary School — Kindergarten through grade 6 plus Sure Start Pre-K.
- DoDEA Naples Middle High School — Grades 7 through 12.
On the installation: Naples Elementary School, Naples Middle High School
School Liaison Officer, Fleet and Family Support Center, NSA Naples Support Site
Things to do near NSA Naples
- Pompeii and HerculaneummuseumPreserved Roman cities near Mount Vesuvius are a short drive or train ride away.
- Mount Vesuvius hikeoutdoorsClimb to the crater rim of the volcano overlooking the bay.
- Capriday-tripFerry to the island for coastal views, grottoes and shops.
- Amalfi Coastday-tripCliffside villages and winding coastal roads south of Naples.
- Naples historic centerfoodThe birthplace of pizza, with centuries-old pizzerias and bustling markets.
- Royal Palace of CasertamuseumA grand palace and gardens near the Support Site.
- Campi FlegreioutdoorsA volcanic area with ancient ruins and thermal sites near Pozzuoli.
- IschiafamilyThermal baths and beaches on an island reachable by ferry.
Realtors & local services
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- NSA Naples Housing OfficeGricignano di Aversa / CapodichinoOfficial housing office assisting with off-base rentals and government housing; advance OHA can help with security deposits.
- Homes.milNaples regionDoD rental listing site for inspected housing options.
Movers, storage, pets & more
- Care-Move4Petspet boardingItaly (pet transport)
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Local programs & support
- Fleet and Family Support Center NaplesProvides relocation, employment and volunteer help, and houses the School Liaison Officer.
PCS tips for NSA Naples
- Complete Area Orientation within 30 days; it is required before you get driving privileges.
- Apply for your Sojourner's Permit within about eight days of arrival and keep a copy of your lease handy for it.
- Under the SOFA, dependents generally cannot work on the Italian economy; many use remote work for U.S. employers.
- Register pets with the base veterinary facility within 30 days and expect a microchip, Italian ASL registration and EU pet passport requirements.
- Get an Allied Forces in Italy driver's license; it is only valid in Italy, so get an International Driving Permit for other countries.
Benefits to use on this move
- Dislocation Allowance (DLA)Service members relocating a household on PCS orders
- Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE)Families who need a hotel or short-term rental while moving within the U.S.
- Personally Procured Move (PPM / DITY)Families who want to move some or all of their own goods
- VA Home Loan GuarantyService members, veterans and some surviving spouses buying a home
- Pet Transportation ReimbursementFamilies moving a cat or dog on PCS orders
- Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military ChildrenSchool-age children of active duty families changing schools
- School Liaison ProgramParents choosing schools and transferring records
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Last researched 2026-10. Housing partners, school assignments and phone numbers change; confirm with the installation before you sign anything. Spot an error? Send a correction.