Can you join the Navy with an OTH?

This may be honorable, other than honorable (OTH), bad conduct, or dishonorable. You are normally only eligible for reenlistment if you have an honorable discharge. All other discharges than honorable tend to have legal or court martial offenses attached to them.

What is the max years you can serve in the Navy?

The oldest you can be to enlist for active duty in each branch is: Coast Guard: 31. Marines: 28. Navy: 39.

How long does a Navy SEAL contract last?

An enlisted SEAL will spend their initial tour on a SEAL or SEAL Delivery Vehicle team for three to five years. Over time, SEALs attend special training to develop their skills. Potential career paths include special demolitions, parachute rigger, sniper and diving supervisor.

How many days of prior service do you need to join Navy?

Navy and Marine Corps The Navy considers applicants with 180 consecutive days or more of prior active duty service as “prior service.” Those with less than 180 consecutive days of prior active duty service are considered non-prior service (NPS) applicants. However, they must meet RE-Code eligibility requirements (or receive an approved waiver).

Do you have to be honest with the Navy?

I expect you to be honest with the Navy, and I do not want to influence an answer by showing limits.

Can a person serve in the Navy if they have used drugs?

The Navy recognizes that some people have clear potential to become creditable performers despite past exposure to drug and/or alcohol abuse. Recruiting procedures must include positive measures to identify and screen out drug and/or alcohol abusers at the point of application for enlistment.

How long does it take for someone from prior service to re-enlist?

So, for a prior-service to enlist, the service must be under their goal for re-enlistments. For the past several years, re-enlistment rates have been right on target for all of the services. With the exception of the Army, waiting times of a year or more for prior service to enlist are not uncommon.

How old do you have to be to serve in the Navy?

The minimum age for Non-prior service applicants to the Navy Reserve is 18 years while the maximum age is 39 years. To serve as a Navy Officer, you must be at least 19 years and not more than 42 years. However, this depends on your specialty. Waivers are granted for some positions, especially those in high demand.

Do you have to be an osvet to join the Navy?

NAVETs and OSVETs will not be required to complete prerequisite training requirements to affiliate with the Navy Reserve. However, there will be a need to report for administrative processing and uniform fitting.

Can a recently discharged veteran reenlist in the Navy?

If you are a recently separated or discharged Navy veteran (NAVET) or Other Service Veteran (OSVET) who is in a closed rating or who would otherwise be ineligible for reenlistment, this program can help you access new opportunities through a change of rating.

How to join the Navy with prior military service?

OSVET (OTHER SERVICE VETERAN) If you were an Enlisted member of a military branch other than the Navy, the OSVET program will allow you to enter the Navy Reserve. If you are an Officer who held a commission from one of the other military branches, you may apply for a Navy Reserve direct commission.