Is it possible to reenlist in the Marine Corps with RE-3F discharge code?

2021-06-06T23:31:02-04:00

And how difficult would it be? In a case of failure to adapt. Provided one takes all the necessary steps to overcome the issue.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 6 at 2021 11:39 PM

2021-06-06T23:39:49-04:00

The USMC is a smaller and therefore slightly more competitive for selection. I don't know what previous branch you failed to adapt to, but I can't imagine the Marines will be any easier for you. See if a recruiter will take you on. Good luck

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Jun 7 at 2021 12:42 AM

2021-06-07T00:42:07-04:00

Why? If you failed to adapt once, why should the Corps give you another chance? Could you adapt to another program?

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Jun 7 at 2021 1:06 AM

2021-06-07T01:06:44-04:00

Have you discussed this with a recruiter? RE-3F is for an erroneous enlistment. That is way different that failure to adapt. The best thing you can do is discuss this with a recruiter and get a real assessment on your chances. There is generally a waiver for most things but I will be honest in saying that if you had previously been shown the door because of an erroneous enlistment the odds are not in your favor.

https://www.secnav.navy.mil/ig/Lists/FAQs/DispForm.aspx?ID=641

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Response by SGT Christopher Hayden made Jun 7 at 2021 1:37 AM

2021-06-07T01:37:55-04:00

You could try the National Guard.

Response by GySgt Kenneth Pepper made Jun 7 at 2021 10:35 AM

2021-06-07T10:35:27-04:00

Go speak directly with a recruiter. If you qualify for a waiver, they will get it for you. If you are not qualified for a waiver, you missed your shot.
If you are not accepted for enlistment find some other way to be of service. EMT, Police, Fire,Teacher, etc.,
Good luck.

Response by SGT Javier Silva made Jun 7 at 2021 10:41 AM

2021-06-07T10:41:57-04:00

It is extremely difficult to get a waiver for the RE-3F (ELPAC/No Fraud), especially since your discharge document will be part of the packet submitted to get your waiver. Your discharge document shows a pattern of misconduct and a failure to train. The 4-star that will have to approve the waiver will most likely not approve. You will also find that it will be the same across all the services, including the Guard and Reserves. You got your opportunity and wasted it. I wish the best of luck on your future endeavors.