Can you transfer units in the Army?

Transferring from one Army Reserve unit to another is a simple process. As long as your current unit is not scheduled for an overseas deployment in the near future, your commander will approve your transfer. A transfer from one unit to another can be completed in one to two weeks.

How does a transfer work in the Army?

Typically, the move from one branch to another requires one to complete their enlistment contract. It may take four the six years depending on the time you enlisted. Then you have to get out of the military, and then visit a recruiter to join the different service, as a prior-service recruit.

Can you transfer during basic training?

Yes but with great difficulty and little to no assistance in doing so. May take you years to move from one role to another if they allow you to. Yes, during training you can change to a different Corps/Regiment if you have the required grades. I would advise you to join one of the Corps.

Can you transfer army bases?

Did you know that a soldier at one Army installation can agree to “swap” assignments with a soldier at another installation, as long as it doesn’t cost the government any money? It’s true, and it’s part of a little-known and little-used program for exchanging assignments, unofficially known as the “SWAPS” Program.

Can you move if you’re in the National Guard?

As a Guard Soldier, you have committed to serve a dual mission—defend both your state and the nation. Whether it’s for work, family or personal issues, the National Guard understands that Soldiers may need to move to another state during their enlistment.

Can you transfer Army bases?

Can you switch jobs within the army?

You can request a specialty reassignment when you re-enlist, during which you agree to serve for another few years in your new position. This is likely the best time to make a move to a new position. There are too many personnel in your current position.