New deferment rules: what will change for those subject to military service
21 July 00:23
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for applying for and renewing deferments from conscription during mobilization. From now on, those subject to military service will be able to renew their deferment if another legal basis arises, and the current deferment will remain in effect until the commission makes a decision.
This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Defense, according to "Komersant Ukrainian"
Cabinet of Ministers Amends Procedure for Renewing Deferrals from Mobilization
The new rules apply to those subject to military service who already have a valid deferment from mobilization but have obtained another legal basis for obtaining it.
This refers to cases where, for example, a person had a deferment due to education but later became eligible for it due to the birth of a third child, caring for a person with a disability, or other grounds specified in Article 23 of the Law of Ukraine “On Mobilization Preparation and Mobilization.”
The main change is that submitting an application for renewal will no longer suspend an already granted deferment.
Can a person be mobilized while the deferment is being renewed?
Under the new rules, the current deferment remains in effect while the commission reviews the application.
It may be suspended only in cases expressly provided for by law.
If the commission approves the application, the previous deferment will be revoked only after the new information is entered into the “Oberig” Unified State Register of Conscripts, Persons Subject to Military Service, and Reservists.
If the application for renewal is denied, the previous deferment will remain in effect until its expiration date.
Applications can be submitted through the Administrative Service Center (ASC) and the “Diy” platform
The Cabinet of Ministers has also expanded the options for electronic document processing.
Under the changes, an application for a deferment or its renewal can be submitted through the Center for Administrative Services (CAS) using the “Diya” portal.
Before generating the application, the system will automatically verify:
- whether the person is registered for military service;
- whether they have a valid deferment;
- whether they meet the requirements for submitting documents.
If a person subject to military service is not registered for military service or already has a valid deferment, the system will not allow a new application to be submitted. Exceptions are made for renewal cases or when there are fewer than 30 calendar days remaining until the deferment expires.
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How long will it take to review the application?
The new procedure establishes clear deadlines for reviewing documents.
The commission must make a decision:
- within 7 business days after the application is registered;
- within 15 business days if additional information is required from government agencies.
While the application is being reviewed, the person subject to military service will not be referred to a military medical commission (MMC).
If the decision is positive, the information must be entered into the “Oberig” registry within one calendar day.
What Will Change for Conscripts
The new rules are intended to make the deferment application process more transparent and digitized.
Specifically, the changes provide for:
- maintaining the current deferment while it is being renewed;
- electronic submission of documents through the Administrative Service Center using the “Dii” app;
- automatic verification of the applicant’s data;
- clear deadlines for reviewing documents;
- prompt entry of information into the “Oberig” registry after a decision is made.
A separate procedure for reserved employees
The Cabinet of Ministers also clarified the procedure for granting deferrals for:
- reserved employees;
- civil servants;
- certain officials.
In addition, the procedure for entering information about such deferrals into the “Oberig” registry has been defined.
The government notes that the adopted changes are intended to ensure uniform application of the law by all commissions, minimize bureaucratic procedures, and guarantee the protection of the rights of those subject to military service during the review of applications.
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