Legal changes ILDU

Legal changes

Important! Starting May 18th the contracts with the Armed Forces of Ukraine for foreign soldiers will allow termination of a contract by the soldier only after 6 months of service. The training days spent under the contract also count towards those 6 months. The law was passed by the Parliament of Ukraine and was signed by the President of Ukraine on the 16th of April 2024. 


All contracts signed before that, including the old contracts, will still allow termination without minimum service requirement.

ukranian foreign legion
What is the International Legion?
THE INTERNATIONAL LEGION CONSISTS OF INFANTRY & SPECIAL TASK BATTALIONS
Formed by Presidential decree right after the outbreak of full-scale russian invasion, the Legion has taken part in the majority of the crucial campaigns and battles of the war. Legionnaire teams are also embedded in some of the most prominent brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Candidate requirements

  • 18-60 years of age

    These are the legal age limits set by Ukrainian legislation

  • No criminal record

    The applicants must have no history of prosecution or conviction

  • No chronic diseases

    All candidates need to pass an assessment by a medical commission

  • Physical fitness

    All candidates need to be physically capable to perform basic infantry tasks

  • Ability to legally enter Ukraine

    The Legion or the Armed Forces of Ukraine do not provide assistance with visas and travel arrangements

  • Military or relevant experience is an advantage

    Military experience is not required but would increase the chances of being accepted. Other relevant experiences might include law enforcement, paramilitary organizations, firefighting, etc.

  • Combat experience is an advantage

    Combat experience is not required but would increase the chances of being accepted. Combat experience might include paramilitary or militias.

 

4 steps to apply

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    Scan your passport
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    Scan the documents verifying your military or relevant experience (if you have them)
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    Fill in this form and attach scanned documents. The webpage will generate an archive that you will be able to save on your device.