Can I re-enlist with a 40% VA disability (with 30% being anxiety that is transitional based) and RE-1 code?

2017-08-23T17:58:00-04:00

I receive disability from the VA. 30% for anxiety, 10 shoulder. My VA decision letter states anxiety indicates mild symptoms that are transient; or some difficulty in social, occupational, or school functioning, but generally functioning pretty well, has some meaningful personal relationships. Basically, transition stress to civ life. I am done with school soon and want to get back in. Any chance?

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2017 6:03 PM

2017-08-23T18:03:16-04:00

SGT Sean Goodrow good day SGT what's your take on this?

Response by Cpl John Barker made Aug 23 at 2017 6:11 PM

2017-08-23T18:11:00-04:00

You can't, I got out with the intent of finishing my degree and reapplying to OCS but every recruiter I have talked to says above 30 you can't get back in. Sucks, but hey I'll never miss a mortgage payment

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2017 6:20 PM

2017-08-23T18:20:47-04:00

SGT Michael Martinek I think you might be out of luck, brother. Everything I can find says it's a no-go if over 30%. I know I'm in the waiver process, but my rating is only 10%.

http://themilitarywallet.com/join-guard-reserves-va-service-connected-disability-rating/

Can You Join Guard / Reserves with a VA Disability Rating?

Many people aren't aware that you can join the Guard or Reserves with a VA service-connected disability rating. However, it does affect your pay & benefits.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2017 6:40 PM

2017-08-23T18:40:00-04:00

Foremost, you need to call your local Recruiting office. There are several avenues of questions that need to be discussed, none of which should be done publicly to non-verified military personnel.

Secondly, seriously, you need to call your local Recruiter. Sites like "themilitarywallet.com" are obviously not DoD, I could post an article there saying that in order to re-enlist you must have a purple elephant tattooed on your fourth point of contact and be just as valid. Recruiting regulations change frequently, so the best way to be up to date is be to be in personal contact with a Recruiter.

Hit up Google, and call.

Response by PO1 Dennis Herdina made Aug 23 at 2017 7:09 PM

2017-08-23T19:09:10-04:00

30% is cut off for reenlisting last I heard but talk to a recruiter of the active side or the guard and see what they say..you MAY luck out and sneak thru on a waiver.

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Aug 23 at 2017 7:56 PM

2017-08-23T19:56:59-04:00

SGT Michael Martinek: Sergeant, I have a 100% disability rating. I really don't know if it would be possible for you to reenlist. Prayerfully, you WILL be able to, Sergeant.
-With My Warmest Regards, Margaret