What does RECSTA mean on my reservation orders from MEPS?

2020-02-20T12:12:19-05:00

My ship day is on May 3rd, RECSTA day says May 9th, and my school date starts on May 16th.

I am prior service don’t have to go back to basic I asked my recruiter he said he didn’t know I’d just have to find out when I report to MEPS. Could anyone help me out with understanding this

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Feb 20 at 2020 1:12 PM

2020-02-20T13:12:22-05:00

Did you try googling it? I did.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 20 at 2020 1:52 PM

2020-02-20T13:52:56-05:00

I was told by my recruiter it means you are in hold over until you basic class has enough people (which it will)

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 20 at 2020 2:31 PM

2020-02-20T14:31:25-05:00

I'm just speculating, but I would imagine that you have a week in reception to get administratively correct, ensure your clothing bag is complete, and go through medical.