I need help filling out a 4187 for release from the Army Reserves to Active Duty. Could anyone help me with this as well as offer advice?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 11:06:55 -0400

How long is the estimated wait time for the conditional release form to be signed? I am not MOS qualified for my reserve unit and I have only been with them since December.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 28 at 2016 11:11 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 11:11:01 -0400

If you have already spoken with a Recruiter, then they (the Recruiter) should fill out a DD Form 368 and submit to your unit. Once that is done, then it should just be a month to three.....as the form needs to roll up the USARC Chain and back down again.

Response by SPC Sheila Lewis made Jun 28 at 2016 11:15 AM

SPC Sheila Lewis — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 11:15:34 -0400

Ask your SqdLdr.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 28 at 2016 11:16 AM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 11:16:06 -0400

You will need a DD Form 368 requesting a Conditional Release.

Get started here: http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/current-and-prior-service/continue-serving/transitioning-services/making-the-switch.html

DD FOrm 368 here --> http://www.au.af.mil/au/holmcenter/AFROTC/documents/dd0368.pdf

Making the Switch

If you’re a member of the Army and you are interested in transferring to Active Duty or the Army Reserve find out how.

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 28 at 2016 1:25 PM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 13:25:05 -0400

What do you have qualifications in? I don't know how the Army recruits from RC to AC but do they have a position that fits within your certifications/training? Navy works off of C-WAY which basically says "Hey, we have a position available for ____ and we need a E5, within the Year Group 20__". If you fit that position based on rank, Year Group, and training, then it's usually not a problem from there.

But.....Go with your senior NCOs and follow their advice regarding the DD Forms that are required for you to switch from RC to AC. I would also be on the speedy side since you never know if a position is available or not.

Good luck to you!

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 28 at 2016 3:24 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 15:24:55 -0400

Your Unit Administrator should be able to pull down the template from HRPAS. The DA 4187 needs specific language on it in order to fly.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2017 2:15 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Jun 2017 14:15:20 -0400

Hey Walker,

As is stated below, you'll need a 368 release. Be aware that your command is not required to release you. I have seen these things take months. I've occasionally, but rarely seen them take just a few weeks. You will need to go see a recruiter. I hope that you are considered a good troop and that you are "cool" with the AGR and the U/A and command team. They can drag that paperwork on for a long time. Technically speaking, you can put in a 368 to go to the air force, navy, corps, wherever you want to go. So, if you're going active, take a look around and see what is available. Know your options before you sign.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 22 at 2017 3:38 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 15:38:43 -0400

Also keep in mind units may have a personnel action packet checklist that must be done before the release will be submitted to higher up.