Ukraine's National Guard explains military training requirements for foreign volunteers

Ukraine's National Guard has stated that foreign nationals serving in the National Guard must undergo 51 days of basic military training. A shortened 14-day course is only available to those with verified military service experience who pass an initial assessment.

Source: National Guard spokesman Ruslan Muzychuk in a comment to Ukrainska Pravda

Quote: "The shortened basic military training course for foreign nationals and stateless persons is available only to those who have experience of military service."

Details: Muzychuk explained that the training of foreign nationals and stateless persons joining Ukraine's National Guard is conducted in accordance with Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 768 dated 12 June 2026 and an order issued by the National Guard commander approving the basic military training programme for this category of service personnel.

Under the programme, the duration of basic military training is 51 days.

The shortened basic military training course, an intensive programme, may only be offered to candidates who have previously served in the armed forces or law enforcement agencies of other countries. They must have expressed a wish to take the intensive course and have provided documentation confirming their service.

Before being accepted for the intensive course, candidates must undergo an initial assessment to evaluate their existing knowledge and practical skills.

Only those who pass the assessment may take the 14-day intensive basic military training course.

After completing basic military training, all service personnel undergo an adaptation course lasting up to 14 days, following a programme designed to prepare and further train them for combat operations.

The duration and content of the training are determined by the established requirements and the service personnel's level of preparedness. This is essential to ensure they are ready to carry out combat missions, Muzychuk said.

Background: The Ukrainian government has supported the establishment of the Centre for Recruiting Foreign Nationals and Stateless Persons within the National Guard of Ukraine.

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