In Ukraine, mobilization has been ongoing since 2022, covering all men liable for military service between the ages of 25 and 60. The law does not provide for the conscription of those under 25, but what if a man receives a summons after the age of 60?
Lawyer Tetyana Savchenko explains that according to Article 22 of the Law “On Military Duty and Military Service,” 60 years is the maximum age for mobilization of privates, sergeants, and officers. After this age, a man is no longer considered liable for military service and is not subject to conscription.
“At 59, they can still be drafted, but at 60, they can’t,” the lawyer emphasizes.
However, the mere fact of reaching the age of 60 does not mean automatic removal from military registration. To do this, you must contact the Territorial Recruitment Center (TCC), provide documents and write an application. Only after this do they no longer have the right to serve summonses.
What to do if a person is mobilized after the age of 60?
Lawyers recommend that in such a case, a report be filed for discharge in accordance with Article 26 of the Law “On Military Duty and Military Service.” According to the law, the command is obliged to discharge such a person from service.
As for men 50+, their mobilization is possible. For example, men at the age of 55 can be drafted if they are deemed fit for service. For high-ranking officers, the mobilization age limit is even higher – 65 years.
Highly trained military personnel may also choose to continue serving after age 60, but this is an exclusively voluntary decision.
So, if you are over 60, it is important to deregister from military service in a timely manner. This will avoid possible misunderstandings and illegal conscription.
