The Cabinet of Ministers amended the mobilization procedure
6 May 22:24
The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the Procedure for conscription of citizens for military service during mobilization for a special period. This was announced by the government’s permanent representative in the Verkhovna Rada Taras Melnychuk, "Komersant Ukrainian" reports
According to him, the changes provide for
- reflection in the register of conscripts and reservists of information about the delivery of a summons on paper form,
- clarified the provisions on the deadline for granting certain categories of deferment from conscription,
- the cases when persons are not sent for the military qualification examination are specified,
- clarified the provisions on the deadline for granting certain categories of persons liable for military service and reservists a postponement of call-up for military service during mobilization,
- specifies cases in which persons are not sent for medical examination to determine their fitness for military service,
- the conditions for referral to the military medical commission of persons who have not undergone a medical examination or whose decision (resolution) on fitness for military service has expired are defined,
- the procedure for forming a referral to a military medical commission for medical examination in electronic form using the Unified State Register of Conscripts, Persons Liable for Military Service and Reservists was clarified,
- the list of documents confirming the right to deferment for persons with three or more dependent children under the age of 18 has been clarified, etc.
What types of deferment can be applied to the Reserve
The mobile application Reserve in Ukraine provides an opportunity to apply 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 Ukraine’s overall digitalization strategy 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.
