Army National Guard Transition to Air Force National Guard Transfer?

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 21 Jun 2015 21:15:48 -0400

Just wondering who has experience with this?

Response by LTC David S. Chang, ChFC®, CLU® made Jun 21 at 2015 9:34 PM

LTC David S. Chang, ChFC®, CLU® — Sun, 21 Jun 2015 21:34:21 -0400

I have seen people do it. We also had a soldier that went from the AF to the Army. In the end, I think a lot of it depends on the unit needs, the MOS, whether or not you have to reclass, go back to school, etc. If this was taken care of, it was a lot easier. If not, it could be more difficult especially since funding is tight and units may not want to give up a qualified SM

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 21 at 2015 10:21 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 21 Jun 2015 22:21:26 -0400

Talk to an Air Guard recruiter and see if your MOS correlates to an AFSC. If they need you the recruiter can request a conditional release from the AG for enlistment in the ARNG. Good luck!

Response by SSgt Korey Thompson made Jun 22 at 2015 4:58 PM

SSgt Korey Thompson — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 16:58:12 -0400

After 9 years in the Army Guard I recently switched to the Air Guard. Talk to a recruiter and get their paperwork going to find out the specifics of what unit and job you're going to. Once that is drawn up they will create a DD Form 368 requesting release from your current unit, under the condition that you enlist into another military unit. Depending on the structure, this might be able to be signed by your commander, or it may have to go up to the battalion or state level. Once that is signed you're good to go and can start the new enlistment. Once you do that, it's a done deal. You'll just have to make sure you take care of any out-processing and equipment turn-in needs. Also, I assume this is easier if you're staying in the same state that has a lot of joint forces objectives. I switched states in the process which complicated things. The Air Guard allowed me to keep my rank and other benefits. Just make sure you stay polite and professional, and barring any upcoming deployments, etc, they should allow it.

Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 22 at 2015 8:45 PM

SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 20:45:55 -0400

SPC Gilchrest, send me your contact info and I will get you In touch with one of our ANG recruiters! [login to see]

Response by MSgt Keith Hebert made Jun 22 at 2015 9:57 PM

MSgt Keith Hebert — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 21:57:22 -0400

I did and it was no prob conditional release and then that was it even went to a different MOS. I did end up loosing 2 ranks but got one back with back pay(recruiters fault) then ended up retiring as an MSgt

Response by Maj Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 29 at 2015 12:25 PM

Maj Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 29 Jun 2015 12:25:28 -0400

I have helped someone transition from the green to blue - National Guard into our Air National Guard. First thing to do is get into contact with the Air Guard Unit Recruiting office that you want to join- they can advise and help make it happen. If it is in the same state it is easier. If it is in a different state just a little bit more complicated and takes a little longer.

Response by SP5 Jeff Rehnke made Apr 11 at 2016 9:56 AM

SP5 Jeff Rehnke — Mon, 11 Apr 2016 09:56:20 -0400

My son is trying to transfer from ARNG to ANG (between two states). Who within his unit is the best to get this started? Admin, CWO, ? He has spoken with the ANG and they have a need for him if he passes the PAST he is in for 1 AFSC and if he doesn't pass that he has two other options.

Response by A1C Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 11 at 2016 2:42 PM

A1C Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 11 Apr 2016 14:42:39 -0400

I'm currently dealing with the opposite ordeal.. I'm trying to go Air National Guard to Army national guard. You think it would be a pretty reasonable transition if you're unhappy in the current service and really have the desire to continue serving in another. But, according to people who have tried it comes down to whether leadership needs you or not.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 8 at 2017 4:24 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 08 Jan 2017 16:24:59 -0500

I am currently serving in the PA Army National Guard. I have 9 months left until I ETS (Separation from the Army). I was wondering, am I able to transfer from Army National Guard to Air Force National Guard while still serving an Army contract?

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 18 at 2018 10:44 AM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 10:44:11 -0400

I transferred from the Army National Guard to the Air National Guard. It was a long time ago, but I didn’t think it changed much. For the most part, you should be able to keep the same rank, depending on available slots. I didn’t need to repeat Basic Training, just needed to go to a Tech School (AIT) for the AFSC (MOS) that I was transferring to. It was a culture shock going through an Air Force School. I’m not 100% sure if you have to go through Tech School if you are transferring to the same job, like MP to Security Forces. No regrets though, just like anything, it is what you make of it. If you don’t like the job you’re in, look for another career. There’s always options and opportunities if you look for them. Good luck.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 18 at 2018 10:48 AM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 10:48:42 -0400

Just wanted to thank everyone for the advice and support. My transition to the Air Guard was successful!

Response by SMSgt Terry Ranes made May 17 at 2019 1:15 PM

SMSgt Terry Ranes — Fri, 17 May 2019 13:15:35 -0400

I started as Army Guard, then went to Navy Reserves and then to Air Guard.