Has anyone ever got a waiver approved for reentry code 3 and separation code JFV with mental health issues on medical records?

PFC Brian Johnson — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 21:42:26 -0400

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 24 at 2021 10:05 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 22:05:22 -0400

PFC Brian Johnson Below is your previous post from March 2021 which is close to being a duplicate post. Did you talk to a Recruiter or act on any of the other recommendations from your earlier post?

https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/can-a-prior-sevice-member-reenlist-with-honorable-discharge-and-re-code-3-separation-code-jfv-but-on-medical-records-has-sucidial-thoughts

Can a prior sevice member reenlist with Honorable discharge and re code 3 separation code JFV but...

Response by SFC Marc W. made Jun 25 at 2021 9:26 AM

SFC Marc W. — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 09:26:31 -0400

Yes people have done it.
If you haven't followed previous advice, stop posting the same question reworded.

Response by PFC Brian Johnson made Jun 25 at 2021 2:41 PM

PFC Brian Johnson — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:41:31 -0400

This question was to see if anyone has been through the same situation as me and I am talking to a recruiter already just trying to see the success rate

Response by SGT Christopher Hayden made Jun 25 at 2021 4:59 PM

SGT Christopher Hayden — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:59:08 -0400

It's probably one of the hardest RE-3s out there to get a waiver for and may as well be an RE-4, but I'm sure it's been done. But you have to meet like a bunch of conditions (like being off any medications for a set number of years, and I don't mean just stop taking your meds, but like a Doctor saying you didn't need them) and being cleared by multiple physicians saying that you have no suicidal idealogy, etc. Your prior service record probably matters some too. Say you're a guy with a Silver Star who had a moment of weakness because of PTSD and got booted out, they might be more willing to work with you rather than just some Joe who couldn't cut it and said he wanted to kill himself. But who knows, every case is different and the only way you're going to find out is a Recruiter putting in the leg work and going to MEPs.

Response by PFC Darrell Delmundo made Sep 13 at 2021 11:38 AM

PFC Darrell Delmundo — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:38:02 -0400

PFC Brian Johnson What I have been told and learned from going through the process myself. A waiver is obtainable for re-enlistment but the work/responsibilities fall on you. Make sure all your medical records are on hand and in order including civilian, military, and VA.

Speak with your recruiter and be honest with them 100%. They will either guide you through it or point you in the direction of someone who will. However, they are merely the messenger who submits your paperwork. It’s on you to make sure you have what you need.

You need to prove your worth a waiver and whatever the circumstances of the JFV was for is not longer an issue. This requires lots and lots of documentation, character references, high moral standings in either your community at work or where ever you go.

It is not as simple as signing some papers to submit a waiver. The waiver board/ CMO or who ever reviews your request will do so solely with the information you provide them.

Unless you get a permanent disqualification from MEPS, never give up if you really want it.

Response by SPC Mike Bavli made Oct 13 at 2021 12:47 PM

SPC Mike Bavli — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 12:47:57 -0400

I’d love to know how it went for you.