MILITARY SERVICE IN UKRAINE FOR FOREIGNERS

No. The 112th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade is a defensive combat brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. We carry out combat missions, defend assigned areas and hold positions, but we are not an assault brigade.

The 112th is forming two companies of foreign volunteers as new international units within the brigade. Candidates joining during the formation stage can become part of the unit from the beginning and train and integrate together.

Current openings include positions in infantry and UAV-related units, depending on brigade needs and candidate qualifications. Final availability is confirmed during the recruitment process.

Your experience, skills, physical readiness, language abilities and previous military training are reviewed together with current brigade vacancies. Your final assignment depends on both your qualifications and the unit’s operational needs.

Candidates who require the full training cycle complete 51 days of Basic Combined Arms Training, 30–45 days of specialized training, up to 14 days of adaptation and 26 days of collective training. Previous documented training in Ukraine may allow some stages to be credited, depending on your assigned military specialty.

No. Training, adaptation and integration into your unit come first. Combat missions are assigned only after preparation and according to your role and level of training.

Military payments are made in Ukrainian hryvnias (UAH) to a Ukrainian bank account. USD amounts on the website are approximate equivalents for international candidates. Actual compensation depends on your position, service conditions and qualifying combat-duty days.

Additional combat pay is based on the number of qualifying days spent performing eligible combat missions and the applicable service conditions. It is paid in addition to regular military compensation under the rules in force at the time of service.

You may qualify for Combatant Status if your participation in eligible combat operations is officially documented and you meet the legal requirements. The brigade assists with preparing the required military documentation, while the final decision is made by the competent Ukrainian authorities.

Combatant Status provides official recognition of participation in combat operations and access to the rights, benefits and social guarantees established for combat veterans under Ukrainian law.

The brigade can explain the process and provide military documents required from the unit when applicable. Citizenship is granted only through the official legal procedure, and the final decision is made by the Ukrainian state.

With your consent, an authorized contact can communicate permitted information about your status to your family. Exact locations, missions and other operational information cannot be disclosed.

Contract duration, termination rules and leave are governed by Ukrainian law and the type of military contract you sign. The applicable terms are explained before the contract is signed.

If you are wounded or hospitalized during service, you receive medical care and remain covered by the applicable military and statutory social guarantees. In critical situations, communication with your designated family contact is handled through the authorized support channel.

Uniforms, required military equipment, meals and medical support are provided during service. The exact issue and supply procedures depend on your role and unit.

Yes. Foreign citizens can serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine under an official military contract after completing the required screening, medical assessment and document processing.

You need a valid passport and documents that allow you to legally enter Ukraine. Additional screening and contract documentation are processed after you arrive in Ukraine with recruiter support.

Your recruiter coordinates the next steps. Screening, document processing and medical assessment begin after arrival. A brigade representative can assist with your onward route if this has been arranged in advance.

The 112th Brigade carries out defensive combat missions in several areas of Ukraine. Current operational locations and unit positions are not published for security reasons.

Yes. If you are legally in Ukraine, the recruiter can begin document screening, medical assessment and the enlistment process. The next steps depend on your documents, previous experience and selected role.

No. Previous military experience is an advantage but is not required for many roles. Candidates without prior experience receive basic military training and specialized training according to their assigned role.

Yes. UAV-related roles may be available depending on the brigade’s current needs and the candidate’s qualifications. The specific role is determined during recruitment after reviewing experience and preparation.