Military leave: grounds and procedure
- Annual leave for recovery
- Leave for family circumstances
- Sick leave for treatment
- Application for leave
Types of leave for military personnel
Military personnel are entitled to various types of leave, which are granted in accordance with the legislation. The main types of leave are annual leave, leave for family circumstances, and sick leave.
Annual leave
Annual leave is granted to military personnel for the restoration of physical and moral strength. The duration of annual leave is determined by legislation and depends on the category of the military personnel.
Leave for family circumstances
Leave for family circumstances is granted to military personnel in the event of the birth of a child, the death of a close relative, or other family circumstances. This leave may be granted for a specified period of time.
Application processing
To obtain leave, the military personnel must submit an application stating the reason for the leave and provide the necessary documents. The application must be reviewed by the command and approved in the established manner.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is granted to military personnel in case of illness or injury. This leave can be provided for a specific period of time for treatment and recovery.
- The serviceman must provide a medical certificate regarding the need for sick leave.
- The command reviews the report and approves the leave in the established manner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of leave is granted to servicemen for recovery?
Annual leave is granted to servicemen for the restoration of physical and moral strength.
How to prepare a report to obtain leave?
To obtain leave, the serviceman must prepare a report indicating the grounds for leave and provide the necessary documents.
What type of leave is granted to servicemen in case of childbirth?
Leave for family circumstances is granted to servicemen in case of childbirth or other family circumstances.
What document must be provided to obtain sick leave?
The serviceman must provide a medical certificate regarding the need for sick leave.
Sources: Ministry of Defense of Ukraine (mil.gov.ua), Government Portal of Ukraine (gov.ua)
⚠️ The material is for reference purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Rules and amounts may change — check for updates on official sources. Updated: July 6, 2026. Edited by MegaInet.art.
