In May, new types of deferments from mobilization will be available in “Reserve”
28 April 22:23
Two new types of deferments from mobilization are to be added to the mobile application for persons liable for military service, Reserve. They are expected to be available next month. This was announced by Deputy Defense Minister for Digitalization Kateryna Chernogorenko, "Komersant Ukrainian" reports
She noted that every third deferment in Ukraine is issued through the “Reserve” application. In total, the app has about four million users.
So, in May, they plan to launch two new types of deferrals:
- for people with temporary disability and for a period of six to 12 months;
- for citizens with a husband or wife in the military and a child under 18.
“I am grateful to the partners who supported this transformation! Namely, the EU, the Academy of Electronic Governance within the EU4DigitalUA project and in cooperation with the BRDO,” Chernogorenko added.
What types of deferrals can be issued by the Reserve
The mobile application Reserve in Ukraine offers the possibility of applying for deferment from mobilization. This digital service greatly simplifies the procedure and allows citizens to avoid the need to personally visit territorial recruitment and social support centers (TSCs). The introduction of deferments through the app is part of the overall digitalization strategy in Ukraine aimed at facilitating access to public services.
Types of deferrals available in the app
1. Deferral for persons with disabilities. This feature was introduced in November 2024. It allows people with disabilities of the first, second or third group to get an online deferral without unnecessary procedures. The application automatically checks data against registers, which minimizes bureaucracy.
2. Deferment for students and postgraduates. Undergraduate and graduate students of full-time or dual enrollment can apply for a deferment. After technical issues were resolved in January 2025, this feature became available again. Student status is verified through educational registries, which ensures the speed of application processing.
3. Deferral for parents of large families. Parents of three or more children can also apply for a deferment through the Reserve. This feature is especially important for those who are unable to attend the TCC due to family obligations. Information on the number of children is verified through the relevant state registers.
Legal force of electronic documents
A deferment issued by the Reserve has the same legal force as a paper military registration document. This is enshrined in the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of May 2024. Government agencies are obliged to accept such documents on a par with traditional ones. The application also contains a function of storing an electronic military document, which allows users to have it at hand at any time.
How to apply for a deferment through the Reserve
The application process is as simple as possible:
- Authorization. Register or log in to the application using BankID or another electronic identification system.
- Select the type of deferral. Select the appropriate category and fill out the application.
- Data verification. The system automatically checks the information through state registers.
- Receiving the result. After the application is reviewed, the user receives a notification of approval or refusal.
In addition, the application has a function to track the status of the application in real time.
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