Can I go back to the Marine Corps after I have already enlisted in the Army Reserve?

SPC Onel Cruz — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:26:31 -0400

Yes, I am very bad at decision making. Prior service Marine here, got out and decided to do Army Reserve and nothing against them but I just feel out of place. Is it too late to turn back or is it possible to do a service transfer back?

Response by CW5 Jack Cardwell made Oct 21 at 2019 10:30 AM

CW5 Jack Cardwell — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:30:03 -0400

First stop is seeing a Marine recuiter. You might be able to do an interservice transfer.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Oct 21 at 2019 10:36 AM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:36:33 -0400

Two steps:
1) Talk to a Marine Recruiter, the Marines need to have a boat space for you to fill.
2) Talk to your current Commander. If the Reserves aren't willing to release you, the whole thing is moot. The Marines Can't "steal" you from the Army Reserve, they have to let you go voluntarily.

For expectation management, bear in mind the reserves are under strength. Also, check the in/out calls for your CMF, but that's somewhat tangential.

Response by CPL Gary Pifer made Oct 22 at 2019 12:47 AM

CPL Gary Pifer — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:47:48 -0400

Don't worry it will pass... I felt the same way when I entered the NG from Active duty USMC and USMCR in 1979.

Response by SP5 Peter Keane made Oct 26 at 2019 12:18 PM

SP5 Peter Keane — Sat, 26 Oct 2019 12:18:02 -0400

No such thing as a service transfer.