Martial law and general mobilization continue in Ukraine, which is necessary to repel Russia’s armed aggression against Ukraine.
According to Article 65 of the Constitution of Ukraine, all citizens are obliged to defend the Motherland, independence and territorial integrity of their country. However, in some cases, persons liable for military service have the right to a deferment or reservation.
What is the difference between booking and deferment – read in the ICTV Facts material.
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Reservation and deferment: difference
Persons liable for military service aged 25 to 60 years who are recognized as fit for military service, do not have the right to a deferment and are not reserved are subject to mobilization. We explain the difference between booking and deferment.
What is a reservation
Reservation— temporary deferment from mobilization (conscription) for a period of up to 12 months (if there are grounds, it is possible to extend the reservation period).
Reservations can be provided to employees of companies, enterprises, organizations and institutions that are critical to ensuring the defense capability of the state.
The procedure for reserving those liable for military service is determined by Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 76 of January 27, 2023.
According to the document in 2024 the following are subject to reservation:
- employees working at enterprises, institutions and organizations related to ensuring the implementation of mobilization tasks;
- employees working in enterprises, organizations and institutions producing goods, performing work or providing services necessary to meet the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and other military formations;
- employees working in state authorities, local self-government and other government bodies in positions necessary for the functioning of these bodies;
- employees working at enterprises, institutions and organizations related to ensuring the implementation of mobilization tasks (orders);
- employees working in enterprises, organizations and institutions that are critical for ensuring the livelihoods of the population during a special period, as well as for the functioning of the economy.
You can get information and find out whether a worker is a reserved worker:
- Contacting TCC and SP;
- Through the electronic account of the person liable for military service Reserve +;
- After receiving data from your employer.
What is a deferment from mobilization
Deferment from mobilization – deferment of call to military service in the event of a threat to national security or military action. This right is granted to certain categories of citizens by decision of the relevant government bodies.
The list of grounds that give the right to a deferment from mobilization is given in Article 23 of the Law of Ukraine On Mobilization Preparation and Mobilization.
According to the document, persons can receive a deferment from mobilization:
- due to reservation;
- for health reasons;
- for family reasons;
- in connection with professional activities;
- due to training;
- in connection with obtaining a scientific degree.
To obtain a deferment from mobilization, you must contact the TCC at the place of registration, write a corresponding application and provide documents confirming the right to a deferment.
We remind you that persons who have received a deferment from mobilization still remain liable for military service.
To summarize what is the difference between deferment and reservation, we can say that reservation — this is just one of the reasons for deferring conscription for mobilization.
An important sign of a booking is its urgency. That is, the reservation period for specific military personnel is determined in decisions of the Ministry of Economy.
A deferment is granted if a person has appropriate grounds (including reservations).
Source: Ministry of Defense of Ukraine
