How do I go about going from the Missouri National Guard to Active Duty?

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 13:54:12 -0400

I’m currently in the MO National Guard, I joined in July of 2017 and I went to training in October, I got back from BT and AIT in April and I’ve been with my unit (1-138th FSC) ever since. I don’t wish to be in the National Guard anymore though. There isn’t anything wrong with it , it’s just not what I want, I’d prefer to do this everyday and not one weekend a month, etc. I’m currently coming up on my sixth month with my unit and I know that’s how long I have to be with them before I can be considered to be released by them, but I don’t know if they’ll release me because I’ve been with them for such a short time. I’d like some insight on what to do about going Active at this point.

Response by 1st Lt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 19 at 2018 6:21 AM

1st Lt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 06:21:03 -0400

You need to go speak with an Active Duty (or any branch you’re looking at) recruitor. They will walk you through the entire process, if you’re eligible. Later on, you will also need to provide a compelling reason for your Company/Battalion/Brigade to release you so early in your contract. If your unit is slated for a deployment, you will have to provide a compelling reason to be released, as well. That will be sent up higher for them to evaluate and release you.