Are US military bases in the UK deemed US territory?

The legal basis for the US Visiting Forces in the United Kingdom is the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Status of Forces Agreement of 1951 (SOFA) and the Visiting Forces Act of 1952. read more

There is a real practical effect in my client's case. She was on a military base in Iraq, and her disability policy will only pay while she is in the US, or in a US territory or US possession. Hence, my question as to whether or not a military base is considered a US territory or US possession. read more

No. An embassy is unique territory. Overseas military bases are governed by status of forces agreements (SOF) with the host country. These agreements cover a variety of things, including what violations of law will be handled in U.S. courts. The SOF also covers certain jurisdictional issues concerning U.S. forces outside the base. read more