AFU Knowledge Base • Updated October 2026
Is it possible to go abroad on holiday in AFU?
Departure of a military serviceman on leave abroad: documents and procedure. Updated: October 2026.
Quick Answer
Yes, it is possible to go abroad on vacation to visit the family. Submit a report in 2-3 weeks with country, address and crossing point. To the DPSU, you need: a biometric foreign passport, a military ID, an extract from the order with an exit permit. Details below.
2–3 weeks
to submit a report by the deadline
3 documents
passport, military ticket, order
Family
the typical grounds are relatives and temporary protection
Check-out procedure
- Report in 2-3 weeks: country, address, checkpoint, reason (relatives).
- Documents: certificates (marriage, birth), certificates of temporary family protection.
- For DPSU: biometric foreign passport, military ID, extract from the order with permission to leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible without a biometric passport?
No, the DPSU requires a biometric international passport to cross the border.
How many times a year can you go?
There is no hard number - each departure is a separate report and decision.
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