Mobilization Postponement 2025: New Procedure, Automation, and Online Services for Conscripts

Deferment from mobilization in 2025 underwent massive changes due to a new government procedure effective from November 1. The main innovations concern both the way applications are submitted and the automation and confirmation of the right to deferment, greatly simplifying the process for most categories of reservists.

Reasons for Reform and Purpose
The update of deferment rules is the state’s response to criticism of bureaucracy, queues at military registration and enlistment offices (TCs), and unequal access to administrative services. The aim of the new model is to reduce the load on local recruitment centers, minimize the human factor, ensure data transparency, and make deferments free of corruption risks and manipulation.

Key Innovations of the Deferment Procedure

1. Automatic Extension
   Starting in November 2025, more than 600,000 deferments, where the grounds are permanent or can be confirmed via state registries (disability, large family, student status, work in education), are renewed automatically. The citizen receives a notification in the “Reserv+” app; if the information is not updated, they should contact the Administrative Services Center (CNAP) for correction.
2. Application through CNAP and “Reserv+”
   You can now apply for a deferment in two ways: in person at any CNAP, where an administrator scans the documents and sends them to the TC, or online via the “Reserv+” application. Processing via the TC is no longer used.
3. Abolition of Paper Certificates
   A paper certificate with a stamp is no longer the main confirmation of deferment. Instead, a digital military registration document with a QR code has legal force, which can be printed from “Reserv+”, the Diia portal, or received as a duplicate in CNAP.
4. Deadlines and Execution Status
   The date of application via CNAP/Reserv+ is officially recorded online, and the decision is sent to the applicant by email or through the app within an average of 3-7 days.

Tightening Criteria and Updating Lists
The state has maintained over 25 grounds for deferment, including guardian status, care for a person with disabilities, large family, studies, unfitness for health reasons (the list of diseases is approved separately). The list of grounds is regularly updated to reflect social challenges.

Important Exceptions and Restrictions

• Deferment for family reasons, for volunteers, workers of critical infrastructure requires a separate set of documents and is considered individually.
• Submission of documents by a representative is not allowed—only personal submission via CNAP.
• For those abroad, the “Reserv+” app allows you to upload scans and certified translations, but the final decision is with the TC.
• If the system did not find or confirm grounds—the deferment is not renewed and is canceled until inaccuracies are resolved or additional evidence is provided.

Deferment Application Steps in 2025

1. Checking grounds in “Reserv+”.
2. If automatic extension has not taken place—submit an application and document scans via CNAP.
3. Waiting for a decision from the TC (from a few days to 2 weeks).
4. Receiving electronic confirmation in “Reserv+” or by email.
5. For disputed cases—challenging a decision at a higher TC or in court.

Advantages of the New System

• No queues, less human error, transparent decisions
• Faster processing from application to response
• Digital certificate is legally valid—no need to visit the TC
• Ability to monitor deferment status and history online

Problems and Risks
There are still isolated problems with data not being updated in time, technical glitches, or lack of electronic signatures among some citizens (especially in older and remote populations). Certain groups, like IT professionals, farmers, and critical industry workers, still await separate procedures on individual deferments.

Conclusions
From November 1, 2025, Ukraine’s deferment system becomes digital-first. Automatic renewal, easy online submission, new approaches to verifying grounds, and the elimination of paper red tape make the process clearer and more citizen-friendly. For those eligible—key is to keep your information current in state registries and submit required documents on time.
Svitlana Krutorohova – attorney at WINNER Law Firm.

If you have questions or problems relating to arranging, renewing, or extending a deferment, collecting and submitting documents, appealing TC decisions, or protecting your rights during mobilization, consult legal professionals. Expert support can help you avoid mistakes, speed up the process, and ensure legal protection—even in complicated or atypical situations.