Do I qualify for sanctuary?

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 20:43:20 -0400

On my DD214, I have 17 years 5 months and 25 days of Active Federal Service (AFS). I am currently in the Army Reserves as an IPU Soldier since 20150208. Does my Reserve time put me over the 18 year mark. If so, can I apply for sanctuary?

Response by SFC Michael D. made Jun 25 at 2019 8:20 AM

SFC Michael D. — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 08:20:04 -0400

Don't mean to sound uninformed but is this sanctuary a new thing and what exactly does it do for you?

Response by MSG Gary Eckert made Jun 25 at 2019 8:30 AM

MSG Gary Eckert — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 08:30:20 -0400

Sanctuary refers to REFRAD (release from active duty), so the first requirement is you must have been ordered to active duty. If you are going to exceed 18 years on your scheduled REFRAD date then you can apply for sanctuary and stay until you qualify for retirement at 20 years. You cannot be on annual training or active duty for training orders to qualify.