Army+ app rolls out new digital reports – Ukraine’s defense ministry

Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine/Facebook

The “Army+” app will now allow the military to file 5 different kinds of reports online, according to deputy minister  of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna Chernogorenko who explained such is now set to get military-related featunoted that the app will receive monthly updates with new features.

Here are the new reports in the Army+ 2.0 version:

  1. Form 5 Service Certificate: This document allows service members or their families to access state benefits, such as priority placement for military members’ children in kindergartens.
  2. Leave Request for Travel Outside Garrison: This report lets service members request permission to leave the garrison for personal needs during weekends or holidays.
  3. Health-Based Duty Exemption: This form provides temporary exemption from duties due to health issues or injury.
  4. One-Time Payment Request for First Contract: Service members entering service on their first contract can apply for a one-time financial benefit.
  5. Post-Captivity Leave Request: Available for those who wish to continue service after release from captivity, this report grants an additional leave period.

The app also enhanced its functionality, allowing users to withdraw submitted reports and enabling commanders to view approval statuses at previous stages.

Users can download the new version of the Army+ app from the Play Store, App Store, or the official website.

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