How hard would it be to transfer to the IRR with only a few months left on my service obligation?

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 16:08:27 -0400

How long does it take to go to IRR? I'm 4 months from my MSO being fulfilled. Some personal issues have come up that I really can't ignore any longer. I was planning on staying in longer but I think it would be best if I just transfer to the IRR for the remainder of my time. How hard would this be to do? This is not a decision I make easily. Thanks for your assistance

Response by COL Randall C. made Jul 30 at 2023 6:24 PM

COL Randall C. — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 18:24:25 -0400

Assuming you don't have some obligation to your state, you would send up a DA 4187 requesting to be transferred to the IRR.

Section III, check 'other' and put in Transfer to the IRR.
Section IV (Remarks) - reason for transfer and date you want it to be effective. Send up a memo providing the detail.

Depending on how fast they approve it, you might have it approved in time for your MSO to be finished.

Another route is to resign your commission (again, assuming you have no state obligation). If it takes effect and you have >3 months remaining on your MSO, you'll be transferred to the IRR. If you're within 3 months, then you'll separated completely.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 31 at 2023 11:11 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:11:37 -0400

Prior to completing your MSO...not easy. Transition to IRR is dependant on your chain of command actioning your request; could take a few months. Most of my officers that have transfered took a minimum of 4 months and there was push back. You will need a strong justification and support of your command.
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Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 1 at 2023 7:42 AM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 01 Aug 2023 07:42:49 -0400

Start the paperwork now for a requested date that is past your MSO.
It will likely take 4-6 months to complete.