New Military Service Rules

Maxtor


Joined: 08/03/2012
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
08/03/2012 20:24

My brother is a British TRNC citizen and is currently doing his service in Northern Cyprus in the Navy and we're trying to find out if the new rules regarding military service affect him.



So far all I can gather is that new rules have been passed, meaning some are elligible for early release. He has served five months already, but he's being told the new rules don't apply to him. Anyone know what the new rules are? Can't find diddly-squat on google. Much appreciated.

devonboy


Joined: 12/11/2010
Posts: 26

Message Posted:
08/03/2012 21:58

my brother in law is going through the same thing in the army and we are still waiting to find out what is going on, he to has been in 5 months. do you know if they have to pay to be released?

northcyprus74


Joined: 11/01/2012
Posts: 275

Message Posted:
09/03/2012 14:01

Sorry guys, the law covers the following;



1- If you are 5 months into the army and have got a PHD then you are exempt from it

2- If you are a British citizen and if you moved here after the age of 18 and served 5 months you are also exempt from it.

3- If one of your parents are of a foreign nationality you are exempt



the new law is currently up and running



Also if you are living abroad you have 3 months to come over and apply for the change to include you.