This depends on the type of order you are on but most often you are paid to travel.

You can transfer to any unit you want with approval of the gaining and losing units.

The minimum requirements are the same as any other National Guard unit: two days a month and two weeks a year. How this is broken up is dependent on where specifically you are (i.e. two months may be combined into one). Beyond the minimum you can almost always chose to do more: attend schools, fill taskings, or assist in training.

One year.

All your pay is prorated for the number of days you work, with a few exceptions, e.g., Language Proficiency Pay is paid in full regardless of how many days you work.

This changes frequently but most often yes. Please reach out for current bonuses.

There are almost always slots available to Special Forces schools.

Yes, the same language requirements apply and language courses are available throughout the year.

With the approval of the chain of command, you can make up missed drills.

Current operational tempo is 6 months in every 36 months, i.e., 30 month dwell time. However, this varies depending on operational demands.

Most NGSF States will work with you to accommodate your life needs. Please make this known up front.

The National Guard is unique in that you can work under multiple Titles and Authorities. Title 10 orders are Federal orders, meaning that you are essentially filling the same role as Active Duty troops. Title 32 are State orders which place you under the command of the state and/or your unit. This allows you to assist in domestic situations, such as disaster relief or counter-drug operations.

You and your family are always eligible to pay for Tricare Reserve Select. When you are on orders greater than 30 days, you and your family fall under Tricare Prime or Tricare Standard just like on AD.

Rates for Tricare Reserve Select can be found here.  Tricare RS Page.

Tricare Reserve Select is available for approximately $50 for you or $230 for your entire family per month.

Your Active time transfers over.  The NG works on a points system which accumulates based the number of days you are on M-Day and Active orders. Read the Army National Guard Retirement page to learn more.

Send us a message by clicking on the link below. You will also work with the Reserve Component Career Counselor (RCCC) at you AD base IOT make the Transition.