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INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT

OFFICIAL CONTRACT,
PROFESSIONAL BROTHERHOOD

We are the 33rd Separate Assault Regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (military unit A4951). Our ranks include a dedicated platoon for foreign volunteers from around the world.

No hazing. No bureaucratic nonsense. Just professionals who trust each other in combat.

Volunteers from 28 countries already serve alongside us

Tap or hover a country to see its motto.

WHY JOIN US

What an official contract with the 33rd Regiment actually gives you.

1

OFFICIAL CONTRACT

You sign a direct agreement with the Armed Forces of Ukraine — full legal status as a serviceman and protection under the Geneva Conventions.

2

FLEXIBLE EXIT TERMS

Your first contract runs for 1 year (or 3, if you prefer) — but you have the legal right to terminate it after 6 months of continuous service.

3

SIMPLIFIED CITIZENSHIP

Eligibility for Ukrainian citizenship through the multiple-citizenship procedure (no need to renounce your first passport), or a residence permit for the length of your contract plus 6 months.

4

LANGUAGE IS NOT A BARRIER

Many of us speak English, and Ukrainian is not required — key combat commands are taught during training. The platoon also has a large community of Spanish-speaking volunteers.

PAY & MEDICAL COVERAGE

Foreign volunteers are paid on full parity with Ukrainian servicemen.

BASE PAY / REAR

Around 52,000 UAH per month (approx. $1,300) during training and non-combat duty.

COMBAT PAY ("ZERO")

"Zero" is what Ukrainian soldiers call the line of direct contact with the enemy.

From 120,000 to 300,000 UAH per month (approx. $3,000-$7,500), depending on the intensity and risk of front-line combat operations.

WOUNDED-IN-ACTION COVERAGE

Full pay continues, plus an extra 100,000 UAH per month (approx. $2,500) for the entire duration of treatment and rehabilitation.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Open roles in the regiment's combat units. Applications are reviewed individually or in pairs — pre-formed groups are not accepted. Basic requirements: age 18-55, medically fit (confirmed by the military medical board in Ukraine). Prior combat experience is required only for instructor roles — for everything else, we train you.

ASSAULT & COMBAT MEDICS

Dynamic maneuver warfare, reconnaissance, close-quarters combat (CQB), battlefield first aid and casualty evacuation. No sitting static in a trench.

SNIPERS & MARKSMEN

Precision fire in support of assault groups, observation and target reconnaissance. Special selection process applies.

ANTI-TANK GUNNERS

Destroying enemy armoured vehicles, firing positions and fortifications. Training on RPG-7, SPG-9 and modern anti-tank systems.

MILITARY INSTRUCTORS

Training new recruits at the range. Requires 6-12 months of prior combat experience.

5 STEPS TO JOIN

How to become part of the regiment.

1

APPLY ONLINE

Submit the application form on this site, or message us on Telegram, WhatsApp or Viber.

2

INITIAL INTERVIEW

Complete a short online interview with a recruiter.

3

ARRIVE IN UKRAINE

We fully coordinate your route, provide logistical support, and meet you after you cross the border.

4

SECURITY VETTING & PAPERWORK 2-3 WEEKS

In Ukraine, you undergo a mandatory internal background check. It can take longer than expected — but it's done solely for your safety. We need to be 100% certain about everyone who'll stand beside you in a trench or during an assault.

5

MEDICAL BOARD & CONTRACT SIGNING

Pass the medical commission (VLK) confirming physical fitness, sign your official AFU contract, then head to the training range for unit cohesion training (4-8 weeks).

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Choose your contract today — defend Ukraine's future on fair, transparent, and highly competitive terms.

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