Posted on Mar 13, 2022
Who is my first point of contact when requesting a conditional release to active duty?
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I was active duty for 3 years, re-enlisted into the National Guard for a 20K bonus for 3 years. I’m nearing halfway through that contract and I am wanting to see how I go about beginning the process of going back to the active component. Any insight appreciated.
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If you have the ability to finish the 3 year commitment to the Guard I would recommend doing that. It would be immensely easier on you and the folks routing the paperwork considering you have a bonus to factor in. If it's a financial issue spurring this would you have the option to serve in an Active status for the last half of your contract? I know there are some reservists and Guardsman who work actively for years serving certain roles. If waiting it out is possible you could do that and it will provide enough time to work a smooth transition back to AD.
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Highly appreciate this suggestion. That would probably be the smarter route given I could enjoy the rest of the bonus. Financially there are no issues, I would actually take a pay cut going active again, but security, retirement, education benefits, among other things makes it ten times more worth it for my family than my current employment in the civilian sector.
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SSgt Christophe Murphy
SPC (Join to see) - I totally get it. I work in IT and the money is bigger in the civilian sector but the benefits aren't that great. When I was medically retired I worked towards getting a federal position. I would recommend looking into Federal positions for you. The benefits are similar to what you find in the Military plus your Active Duty time can be added to your time of service. It may not be what you want but take a look and see if it would scratch the itch you need. Being able to stay in a local area and maintain roots without having to move around is pretty nice.
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First step is talking to active duty recruiter. You will need a DD 368.
https://www.thebalancecareers.com/transfering-from-national-guard-reserve-to-active-duty-3353261#:~:text=To%20start%20the%20conditional%20release,368%2C%20Request%20for%20Conditional%20Release.
This is a good summary of the process
https://www.thebalancecareers.com/transfering-from-national-guard-reserve-to-active-duty-3353261#:~:text=To%20start%20the%20conditional%20release,368%2C%20Request%20for%20Conditional%20Release.
This is a good summary of the process
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In most cases it is handled by the recruiter. And you might be obligated in returning part of the bonus.
https://recruiting.army.mil/Portals/15/Documents/WO/dd0368.pdf?ver=2018-05-02-162845-597
https://recruiting.army.mil/Portals/15/Documents/WO/dd0368.pdf?ver=2018-05-02-162845-597
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Thank you MSgt, and I am receiving the bonus in installments, haven’t received the second one yet, so a plus for me, but don’t mind paying it back if need be.
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CPT Lawrence Cable
MSgt Borders is correct. The first part of the DD form 368 is initiated by the Recruiter. Then you submit it to your COC where it goes to the first General Officer in you chain, or his designated representative. Depending on the State, that General is often TAG. You shouldn't have as much trouble as a NG recruit on his original enlistment, but going up the chain is not a fast operation in my experience.
As noted, your Bonus will be prorated to the time you served. Remember that you will be required to pay back any extra at pre taxed rate.
As noted, your Bonus will be prorated to the time you served. Remember that you will be required to pay back any extra at pre taxed rate.
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