Reserve Soldier Application Process

Your application timeline can depend on a number of factors, like your fitness levels, your availability and your medical history.

If you've applied but you're not quite ready for the assessment stage, you can keep working on your physical fitness until you feel confident to move forward - and the best part you can carry on going to your chosen unit, where you will get all the support you need to get you through to the next stage.

Your application to the British Army Reserve will depend on several eligibility requirements, like your fitness level, medical history, and nationality. For example, dual nationals can apply but may only be eligible for certain roles.

It's a good idea to check your eligibility before you start your application.

Being in the Army Reserve can be physically and mentally challenging. Some medical and health conditions that may not affect your everyday life can affect your application.

But that doesn't mean that you can't apply - it may just take a little longer with a few extra medical checks. You'll have tons of support and guidance to help keep your application on track.

You'll have support every step of the way when you apply to become a Reservist.

Your local Candidate Support Manager will be your go-to point of contact and they'll be available to answer any questions or concerns you might have. The Candidate Portal is your application home - use it to manage and track your progress.

No matter what, you'll have a team of people throughout the application process ready and available to help.

If you're thinking about applying to the British Army Reserve and want to speak to someone, you can connect with your local Army Reserve Centre for a quick chat or even arrange for a visit on drill nights.

You can start your application at 17 years and 9 months, but you can't start your training until you turn 18.

Absolutely! The best thing to do is chat to your line manager about your plans. A lot of jobs are really supportive of Reservists - after all you bring extra skills back to the work place too.

Yes. Being a Reserve soldier is entirely possible. The Army Reserve is very flexible around your day to day routine.