Discharge from the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Professional legal assistance for service members

Lawful processing of discharge, protection of service members’ rights, and legal support for demobilization

Legal grounds for discharge

On health grounds

Declared unfit for military service
Determination of disability
Chronic conditions incompatible with service
Psychological disorders and PTSD

By age

Reaching the maximum age for service
Eligibility for an age pension
Specifics for different military ranks

For family circumstances

Need to care for a seriously ill family member
Raising a child with a disability
Death of the family breadwinner
Other exceptional family circumstances

At own request

Upon completion of the minimum service term
Where valid personal reasons exist
Subject to compliance with established procedures

For service unsuitability

Mismatch with the position held
Systematic violations of service discipline
Loss of command’s trust

Stages of discharge processing

Legal analysis (2–3 days)

Detailed review of the client’s situation
Analysis of documents and medical conclusions
Determination of the optimal discharge strategy
Forecast of timelines and potential obstacles

Document collection (5–14 days)

Medical certificates and specialists’ conclusions
Documents confirming family circumstances
Character references and service documents
Certificates from place of residence and work

Report preparation (1–2 days)

Legally substantiated report
Additional explanatory notes
Motion for expedited review
List of annexes and supporting documents

Submission and support (7–30 days)

Official submission of documents to the command
Monitoring compliance with review deadlines
Participation in commission meetings
Additional substantiation of the position

Order issuance (1–3 days)

Issuance of the discharge order
Processing of discharge documents
Calculation and receipt of compensations
Consultations on further steps

Specifics of discharge on different grounds

On health grounds
Timeframe: 1–3 months
Complexity: High

Particulars:
- Mandatory passage of the military medical commission
- Possible appeals of medical conclusions
- Need for additional examinations
- Risk of pressure from the command
Required documents:
- Service member’s medical file
- Conclusions from civilian physicians
- Test results and examinations
- Disability certificates (if available)
For family circumstances
Timeframe: 2–6 weeks
Complexity: Medium

Particulars:
- Need for documentary confirmation
- Possibility of temporary leave
- Consideration of alternative service arrangements
Required documents:
- Medical certificates of family members
- Certificates on family composition and income
- Documents on dependents’ disability
- Certificates from social protection authorities
By age
Timeframe: 2–4 weeks
Complexity: Low

Particulars:
- Automatic right to discharge
- Processing of military pension
- Possibility of contract extension

Guarantees and terms

Legal guarantees:
- Compliance with all procedures under military law
- Protection from unlawful pressure by the command
- Judicial appeals against negative decisions
- Compensation for damages
Practical guarantees:
- Experience with various discharge cases
- Knowledge of the specifics of military units’ work
- Contacts with medical institutions
- Understanding of procedures and pitfalls
Timeliness guarantees:
- Adherence to statutory timelines
- Monitoring the timeliness of review
- Expediting procedures where possible
- Protection against undue delays

Common obstacles and ways to overcome them

Rights of service members

During consideration of the report:
Right to an objective review of the application
Protection from coercion and pressure
Ability to submit additional documents
Right to appeal the decision
After discharge:
Receipt of all payments and compensations
Housing provision (where entitled)
Veterans’ medical care
Social benefits and guarantees

Start of cooperation

Confidential consultation

Contact us to discuss your situation: +380 (91) 48 10 300

Legal analysis

Detailed case review and strategy definition

Action plan

A concrete plan with timelines and costs

Representation agreement

Official formalization of legal relations

Active work

Full support until successful discharge

⚠️ Confidentiality: All consultations with service members are strictly confidential and protected by attorney–client privilege.

🎖️ Support for defenders: We understand the special responsibility in working with military personnel and provide the highest level of legal protection.

CONTACTS

📞 Phone: +380 (91) 48 10 300

📧 Email: info@rtp.kyiv.ua (optional: lex.teslia@gmail.com)

🕐 Schedule: we operate across Ukraine 24/7

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