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Annual bounty for training commitment
Pay if you're mobilised
To the Reserves at your current level
Proportionate to attendance
Membership of the Armed Forces Pension Scheme
Around the world
Having spent time in the regular Royal Marines, you’ll know something of the challenges you’ll face and the dedication required. Joining the Royal Marines Reserve would put that knowledge to good use. As a fully-trained Royal Marine if you left service within two years, you would be eligible for the Firefly Scheme, a fast track process that takes into consideration your rank and valuable experience.
To confirm your eligibility, find your nearest AFCO. Your AFCO staff will establish the terms and conditions under which you may join the Royal Marines Reserves and which selection elements must be completed prior to entry into the service
Your first step is to fill in an online application form. If you have any questions beforehand, you can phone us on 0345 600 3222
You will be invited to attend an Initial Maritime Reserves Presentation (IMRP) at your nearest Unit. This is your chance to have a look around, meet the team, ask any questions and find out about life in the Reserves
You will then be invited to join your Unit for Attestation. This involves swearing allegiance to Her Majesty The Queen and signing the Official Secrets Act
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Typically, after serving as a General Duties Rifleman, you can choose an area of specialisation and train for roles such as Assault Engineer, Heavy Weapons specialist, Landing Craft Coxswain and Swimmer Canoeist.
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