Is it possible to choose a unit under the program 18-24 in AFU?
Selection of a unit according to the program 18–24. Updated: October 2026.
Yes, the 18-24 program provides for the right to choose a unit. You designate a unit with a recruiter before signing a contract—to serve where you actually want to serve. Details below.
How selection works
During the conversation, the recruiter offers units and roles, you choose from those available at the time of admission. this is the "power" that the 18-24 program gives you - you don't get in by accident.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my unit after joining?
Yes - through transfer; the standard process that the Recruiter will prompt. Details: how to translate to AFU.
Are vacations for 18–24 the same?
Yes, vacations and benefits are standard, as with all military personnel AFU.
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