Can you request to leave the military?

A member who can convince the military that they are a conscientious objector may request a discharge. First, you would have to show that your beliefs changed significantly after you joined the military because you must certify that you are not a conscientious objector at the time of voluntary enlistment.

When do you Lose Your transition leave in the military?

Transition Leave Overview. Under Special Leave Accrual authority, Service Members may accumulate, during the period 1 OCT 08 thru 30 SEP 13, a maximum of 120 days of leave (75 days ordinary leave plus 45 days SLA). Any leave accumulated in excess of 120 days is lost at the end of the Fiscal Year.

How many days of leave can I take in the military?

You start at zero and for every month of military service, 2.5 days of leave get added to your leave account. It doesn’t stop, but the most you can carry over from one fiscal year to the next fiscal year is 60 days, except in certain, very limited situations where you can carry over more.

When to apply for convalescent leave in the military?

Apply for convalescent leave when medical issues prohibit you from fulfilling your duties. This is not time charged against your accumulated leave time, and it requires a doctor’s signature to verify the inability to perform. This leave is extended until the doctor states you are released.

Can a service member request leave at any time?

Service members may request leave at any time. Approval will be at the discretion of the command, based upon a wide variety of factors including operational requirements. Some commands may have specified times when all or portions of the command can take leave at the same time.

Can a service member work while on transition leave?

Service Members are not permitted to begin employment while in permissive TDY status. Service Members MAY work while on transition leave, even for the federal government. Soldiers retiring for disability may have their retirement dates moved back to allow using any transition leave they are unable to sell back due to the 60-day limit.

How often can you take leave from the military?

This accounts for the 30 days that are allowed yearly. Service members can use the time as they choose. Vacations and family time at home are the most common reasons for taking a military leave. Keep account of your accumulated leave time by reviewing your Leave and Earnings Statement monthly.