Posted on May 29, 2017
Is it possible to go from Army to Navy with a Re-Enlistment Code of RE-3?
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Long story short, my father died only two weeks before heading into BCT which hugely effected my morale. I didn't have the support from home that I was looking for and my letters that I received were not all rainbows and unicorns. I really want to go into the Navy as Active Duty. I am from NYC in the Financial District if someone can point me to a passionate recruiter or answer is it possible.
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RE-3 just means waiver, for whatever reason, as many have stated. More details are in your seps code. Depends on the needs of the gaining service and seps code. RE-4 is a non-starter. USN recruiter could give you the best info on it. A lot stems from ASVAB scores and what you're qualified for vs. needs of the Navy. Most recruiters will work a prior-service, but not with a great sense of urgency, depending on all the above. You have to be your own advocate by getting informed and following up on the process. This all assumes you are still mentally, morally, and physically qualified. The clock is ticking on age also, so be vigilant. Plenty of online resources, but each case is different, so grab your DD-214 and visit a recruiter. Good luck.
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RE 3 is TECHNICALLY a waiverable code.
If the separation code (reason for separation) is waiverable.
I think I can count one part of one hand the number or RE-3 coded SM that were allowed to re enlist I know of.
But as its possible, go see a recruiter and see what they have to say.
You can also petition to have the code changed, but you need to show it was an error..IE it should not have been an RE-3.. Its not like a pardon..where the wrong is known and admitted, but waived anyway.
If the separation code (reason for separation) is waiverable.
I think I can count one part of one hand the number or RE-3 coded SM that were allowed to re enlist I know of.
But as its possible, go see a recruiter and see what they have to say.
You can also petition to have the code changed, but you need to show it was an error..IE it should not have been an RE-3.. Its not like a pardon..where the wrong is known and admitted, but waived anyway.
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SGM Erik Marquez
PFC Christopher G. - You are very astute and yes that is the reality, assuming needs of the service this month even allow for the waiver.
But again, you wont know if you don't try.
But again, you wont know if you don't try.
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LCDR Frederick Clem
As others have stated, the RE-3 Reenlistment Code can be waived provided you can show that the reason for being given this code has been cleared up. Additionally, the reason for separation (hardship, medical, etc.) and the characterization of service (honorable, general, OTH, etc.) is germane to being able to reenlist in the Army or any other branch of the military.
First, get your DD214 and any other separation documentation and visit a recruiter. They might be able to show you how to get a waiver for the RE-3 code. Also, consider applying to the Board for the Correction of Army Records by submitting a DD149 which can be downloaded from the Internet. Fill out the DD149 and submit to the Board with a copy of your DD214, and any other documents related to your separation as well as documentation that demonstrates that you have cleared up the reason for getting the RE-3 reenlistment code.
First, get your DD214 and any other separation documentation and visit a recruiter. They might be able to show you how to get a waiver for the RE-3 code. Also, consider applying to the Board for the Correction of Army Records by submitting a DD149 which can be downloaded from the Internet. Fill out the DD149 and submit to the Board with a copy of your DD214, and any other documents related to your separation as well as documentation that demonstrates that you have cleared up the reason for getting the RE-3 reenlistment code.
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SGM Erik Marquez
An RE code is not changeable through the board for cause.
So unless it was issued in error I do not believe the board of corrections can do anything at all.
If it was issued in error either a simple typo (should have been a 2, someone typed 3) or the RE code issued was not correct for the supporting documentations
So unless it was issued in error I do not believe the board of corrections can do anything at all.
If it was issued in error either a simple typo (should have been a 2, someone typed 3) or the RE code issued was not correct for the supporting documentations
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LCDR Frederick Clem
I concur that getting the Board for the Correction of Military Records to grant relief is a long shot, especially in this case. However, the separating authority could have made an administrative error in processing the separation in this case. In my 26 years on active duty in the Navy, I have observed several cases where the necessary documentation was not completed or not done properly which led to members requesting relief for administrative error or injustice through the Board for the Correction of Naval Records (BCNR) and getting relief in some cases.
And, after separating from the Navy, I worked as a Case Examiner at BCNR for two and one-half years. While there, I observed several instances where Marines or Sailors that were separated and assigned RE-3 Reenlistment codes get upgraded to RE-1 by submitting relevant documentation that demonstrated that they had cleared up the reason for getting the code. Or, in some cases, I observed that the separating authority, usually the CO of the member, had not completed the necessary documentation or provide the member the necessary notification or rights prior to separating the member, and which resulted in BCNR granting relief due to administrative error or injustice. Now, there are some factors that we are unaware of in this situation such as characterization of service and reason for separation which are key elements. Bottom line, it is not that common that relief is granted for upgrades but it does happen when a member can conclusively demonstrate to the Board that an error or injustice was done.
And, after separating from the Navy, I worked as a Case Examiner at BCNR for two and one-half years. While there, I observed several instances where Marines or Sailors that were separated and assigned RE-3 Reenlistment codes get upgraded to RE-1 by submitting relevant documentation that demonstrated that they had cleared up the reason for getting the code. Or, in some cases, I observed that the separating authority, usually the CO of the member, had not completed the necessary documentation or provide the member the necessary notification or rights prior to separating the member, and which resulted in BCNR granting relief due to administrative error or injustice. Now, there are some factors that we are unaware of in this situation such as characterization of service and reason for separation which are key elements. Bottom line, it is not that common that relief is granted for upgrades but it does happen when a member can conclusively demonstrate to the Board that an error or injustice was done.
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With an RE-3 code it is possible to reenlist in the Navy but you are going to need a waiver. It also depends on the other two codes that you were given, block 24 and block 26 on your dd214, if you are going to be able to reenlist.
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PO1 Jamie Springman
Block 24 is the "character of service", honorable, OTH, dishonorable. Block 26 is your separation code, or the reason you were discharged from the service.
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It’s all about recruiter. I know the army will push it, but I worked with at least 6 different recruiters (moved a lot) in the past 3 years from Navy and Marine Corps, and finally just decided to go army reserves and push for a 368 after a while.
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I am going to be honest. The Army and the military in whole rarely takes prior service. The only time they do that is when you offer something they need. If you were an MOS that is in demand then you might have a chance. The military is an organization that will run with us or without us. Once you leave they won't forget. So the issue is really that they military is somewhat emotionless. We all have had issues but we have to deal with them. The best way to explain this is if you were in charge at a company and had to hire people. If someone looked as your packet and see that you had issues that resulted in you failure to complete training. Beside that packet is 100 others that haven't even got a shot yet and want to try. If you only had to pick 50 what would you do? That is the reality of the Army. We all want the career but it is at the expense of the military. They decide if we stay or go. If we left on bad terms they don't owe us anything. You can try to get a waiver and maybe that might work but I can't say that I have ever seen an RE-3 make it back into the military.
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I sir, got back in with a RE-3. I joined the army back in 2012 and I'm somewhat similar fashion I had the same problem he did. Not the death in the family, but morale as a whole was at its lowest. However with this being said, with the help of 3 recruiters and a couples years time, I was able to re join the Army. Now granted every situation is different. It's all a matter of who wants to stick there neck out for you. I have to get waivers from various commanders. (Company and brigade) but it's not completely impossible to get back in the army.
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You were able to rejoin the Army with an RE3 (me too), but the other services almost never take prior service, and are extremely strict with their waivers. Basically, they don't need to accept waivers most of the time. I've never known a single person who was prior service and an RE3 waiver to get accepted into anything but Army - especially after the surgery years.
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Briana Merritt
Yep I tried for 3 years with marines and Navy. OP best bet is to go back army and do a 368.
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That's what I'm doing. Our situations are different most likely. I found both an army and navy recruiter and they are both willing to put in the work to try and get me re-enlisted. I have a re-enlistment code of re-3 as well. Go into the recruiters office and talk to them. Whatever question you think they will ask you, make sure you answer it before they even have the chance to ask it in my opinion which means that you thought long and hard about re-enlisting and that you can reassure them that you have everything squared away and that you're also physically and mentally ready. I will be enlisting with a college degree this time though so there has been a lot of changes in me since I enlisted. The fact that you have a high ASVAB score as well will help in my opinion.
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PFC Christopher G. you already know your first step. Find a recruiter. Depending on the background of the code, the waiver process may be easy, or long. I have been fighting for 17 years. Get all your discharge documentation together. The recruiter will need this for the waiver process. Be prepared to go to MEPs and possibly get denied pending waiver (its procedure).
The most important role is finding a good recruiter, though, that will fight to get you back in!
The most important role is finding a good recruiter, though, that will fight to get you back in!
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