Can you join the National Guard while active duty?

Active Duty Army Soldiers or officers who join the National Guard may also enjoy special benefits, including MSO reductions and special bonuses based on current rank and Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). Some states also offer stabilization.

How do I go from active duty to active guard?

You must be at least 18 to 54 years old (you must not have reached your 55th birthday). You must be in ranks SPC through MSG/1SG. You must have accrued less than 15 years of active federal service. You must be eligible for reenlistment or extension.

Is it better to go active duty or reserve?

Active duty is a better option for those looking for a secure full-time job with numerous benefits. Reserve duty is a better option for those wishing to serve their country, build career skills, earn extra money, and access military benefits without making a full-time commitment.

How often does AGR deploy?

Average time on station is currently 2.9 years for officers and 3.1 years for warrant officers. This means you should expect to PCS every three years.

Can you quit an AGR job?

Individuals who voluntarily resign from the AGR program in lieu of adverse personnel actions are not eligible to reenter the program.

Does National Guard count as active duty?

a. National Guard Service in ACDUTRA Does Not Qualify as Active Duty. The Army National Guard (ARNG) and the Air National Guard (ANG) operate full-time operational and support programs similar to the Reserves. However, 38 U.S.C. 101(22) provides separate definitions of “active duty for training” for Guard personnel and reservists.

Is National Guard pay considered active duty pay?

Persons in the Reserve or National Guard are not full-time active duty military personnel, although they can be deployed at any time should the need arise. For National Guards, you earn Active Duty pay any time you’re deployed for any reason.

How to transfer from active duty to the National Guard?

When the Military Could Request a Discharge. The military can also use this provision when it wants to initiate a separation but doesn’t have a basis to require your separation

Can I reenlist to National Guard from active duty?

When you want to re-enlist, in order to get prior service, you must have 6-months of post basic-training experience at minimum. You may have to go back to basic training even if you do have 180 days in the military if you were still in AIT or ADT.