Military who first went AWOL can return without criminal liability until 30 August - SBI Service members who have voluntarily left their posts without authorization for the first time may return voluntarily by August 30, 2025, without facing criminal liability. 2 235 30 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL
Simplified procedure for returning from AWOL will remain in effect until 30 August, - Ministry of Defence Military personnel who left for the AWOL before 10 May 2025 have the opportunity to return to the Defence Forces under a simplified procedure until 30 August. 2 674 12 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL
Defense Ministry explains procedure for returning to service after AWOL. INFOGRAPHICS Returning to military service after AWOL (absent without leave) is carried out in accordance with the Criminal Code of Ukraine and the Procedure for actions by authorized officials, as outlined in a special directive from the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 2 025 6 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL AWOL in AFU
Rada extends deadline for voluntary return from AWOL until 30 August 2025 The Verkhovna Rada has voted in favour of draft law No. 13177 on the settlement of certain issues regarding the military who have left the military unit without authorization. 2 718 15 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL AWOL in AFU
How to return after AWOL or deserting: SBI explains updated procedure As of 1 March 2025, an updated procedure has come into effect for servicemembers who have gone AWOL (Absent Without Leave). 3 431 8 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL