Where can I find the manual for the Navy Delayed Entry Program?

SPC Maximilian Rodriguez — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:44:49 -0400

I previously served eight years in the military. I had a three year break in service and I am now enlisting in the U.S. Navy. I just went to MEPS to signed a HM contract. My recruiter advised that we have to meet regarding the delayed entry program. I was specifically told at MEPS that my situation is different. I am not in the delayed entry program. I am a direct shipper. When I was at MEPS all I did was sign my contract. I did not swear in.

Is there any regulation for prior service and the Navy Delayed Entry Program?

Response by CDR Terry Boles made Jun 24 at 2021 5:41 PM

CDR Terry Boles — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:41:33 -0400

What do you mean by Direct Shipper? Are you bypassing boot camp and/or A school?

I would suspect your call to active duty is delayed until an appropriate reporting date is available based on your enlistment.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 25 at 2021 2:14 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 02:14:48 -0400

You are only a DEP soldier on your very first military contract. You can never be in the DEP twice unless you failed to ship the first time. Your recruiter is new and the MEPS has all the experience. You will be given orders to ship directly to training or a unit.