Contract 18–24
Contract service for young people aged 18 to 24
What it is
“Contract 18–24” is a programme that allows young people to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine under a contract. It combines decent pay, specialist training and real social guarantees.
Key conditions
Pay
Competitive pay, combat bonuses and rewards for completing tasks.
Training
Basic combined-arms and specialist training in your chosen field.
Social guarantees
Benefits, medical care and support in accordance with the law.
Professional development
Opportunities for career growth and mastering modern military specialties.
How to join
- Fill in the form on the website or call the recruiting centre.
- Pass an interview and decide on a position.
- Complete the paperwork with a recruiter’s support.
- Begin training within the brigade.
Enrolment stages
Application
Fill in the online form or call the recruiting centre. It commits you to nothing.
Interview
We discuss your experience, preferences and position. Together we choose the direction where you will be most effective.
Medical examination
Passing the military medical commission and determining fitness for service.
Documents
Paperwork with a recruiter’s support — we will guide you through every step and help with the documents.
Training
Basic training, specialist training in your field and cohesion within the unit.
Service
Service within the brigade: support of comrades, decent provisions and opportunities for growth.
Who can join
- Citizens of Ukraine aged 18 and older.
- Fitness for military service for health reasons.
- No criminal record or restrictions defined by law.
- Motivation to serve and willingness to work in a team.
- Service experience, professional skills or a civilian profession are an advantage.
What a soldier gets
- Pay, combat bonuses and rewards for performance.
- Free medical care, treatment and rehabilitation.
- Benefits and social guarantees provided by law.
- Provision of uniform, equipment, food and accommodation during service.
- Specialist training, advanced training and career growth.
A recruiter will answer every one
We will tell you about positions, terms, payments and training — without formalities or obligations.