Leave for Combatant Status

We will help you apply for additional UBD leave or obtain compensation for unused 14 days: we will check your right to leave, prepare a report, support submission through the command or Army+, record the refusal, and help recover the payment through court if the military unit violates your rights.

In practice, servicemembers often face situations where a report is not accepted, leave is constantly postponed, the response is given only verbally, or compensation for unused days is not paid after discharge. In such situations, it is important not to limit yourself to conversations, but to properly prepare the documents and record the request.

A military lawyer will help determine which solution is best in your specific situation: submit a report, apply through Army+, send an attorney request, appeal the refusal, or prepare a lawsuit. The initial consultation is free: leave a request or call to get a preliminary assessment of your issue.

Who needs help with UBD leave

Legal assistance is needed by servicemembers who have combatant status and want to use additional leave, but do not know how to properly submit a report, which documents to attach, and what to do in case of refusal. This is especially relevant during martial law, when UBD leave for an active servicemember is granted with the commander’s permission and taking into account the service situation.

It is also worth contacting a lawyer for those who have already been discharged from military service but have not received compensation for unused days of additional UBD leave. Often, the problem lies in the absence of a calculation, unaccounted years of service, or a formal response from the military unit.

Separate legal assistance is needed by families of fallen servicemembers. In such cases, it is necessary to check whether there were unused leave days, whether the final settlement was made, and who has the right to apply for the due payments.

What legal assistance includes

Legal assistance regarding UBD leave includes not only the preparation of one report. We check documents, analyze the right to leave or compensation, form a legal position, help record the request to the military unit, and support further actions if the command refuses or does not respond.

Consultation with a military lawyer

During the consultation, the lawyer clarifies whether you have UBD status, whether you used additional leave earlier, whether you are currently serving or have already been discharged, what responses you received from the command, and what documents you have. After that, the next steps can be determined: a report, application, attorney request, complaint, or court claim.

Preparation of a report for UBD leave

The report must be clear and tied to a specific right. It should indicate the legal basis for leave, the desired period, UBD status data, the request to grant leave, and the list of documents. If the report is drafted too generally or without proof of submission, it will be more difficult to appeal a refusal or inaction later.

Support for submission through Army+

If the report is submitted through Army+, it is important to choose the correct type of request, formulate the request properly, and save electronic confirmation of submission. The lawyer will help prepare the text of the report and explain which evidence should be saved in case of refusal or ignoring of the request.

Attorney request to the military unit

An attorney request is needed when the military unit does not provide documents, does not explain the reason for refusal, does not issue a compensation calculation, or does not inform how many leave days were used. Through the request, it is possible to obtain copies of orders, responses to reports, certificates of monetary support, and information on leave records.

Appealing a refusal to grant leave

Not every refusal is unlawful, but every refusal must be checked. During martial law, the command may take into account combat missions and service necessity. At the same time, a verbal refusal, ignoring the report, constant postponement without specifics, or a formal reference only to martial law may indicate a violation of the servicemember’s rights.

Recovery of compensation for unused leave

If a servicemember has been discharged but compensation for unused additional UBD leave was not paid or was calculated incorrectly, it is necessary to obtain the documents and check the calculation. We help prepare a request to the military unit, obtain the necessary data, and, if needed, apply to court.

What UBD leave is and who has the right to it

UBD leave is additional paid leave for persons who have combatant status. It does not replace annual basic leave, but is a separate social guarantee. For servicemembers, it is granted with retention of monetary support, and for civilian employees — with retention of salary.

The key condition is confirmed UBD status. Therefore, before submitting a report or application, it is necessary to check whether there is a UBD certificate or other documents confirming the right to additional leave.

UBD leave for an active servicemember

An active servicemember with UBD status may submit a report requesting additional leave. During martial law, such leave is granted with the commander’s permission, so it is important to properly formulate the request, indicate the desired period, and attach documents confirming the right to leave.

UBD leave for a discharged servicemember

After discharge, the issue of UBD leave usually becomes an issue of compensation. If a servicemember did not use the additional 14 days for certain years of service, it is necessary to check whether compensation was paid upon discharge and whether the military unit correctly determined the number of unused days.

UBD leave for a civilian employee

A person with UBD status who works in a civilian position may also have the right to additional paid leave. In this case, it is not a military report that is submitted, but an application to the employer. If the employer refuses to grant leave or does not pay the due funds upon dismissal, the dispute is considered a labor dispute, so in such a situation assistance from a labor law lawyer may be needed.

How many days additional UBD leave lasts

Additional UBD leave lasts 14 calendar days per year. These are calendar days, not working days, so the full leave period must be taken into account when planning.

For servicemembers during martial law, it is important to understand that leave is not granted automatically on any chosen day. The commander takes into account service necessity, combat missions, the operational situation, and the possibility of the servicemember’s absence from the unit.

If additional UBD leave days were not used, after discharge there may be a right to monetary compensation. To assess the amount, it is necessary to check the years of service, the number of unused days, and the calculation of monetary support.

How to apply for UBD leave

Applying for UBD leave begins with checking the right to it. You need to have confirmation of UBD status, determine the desired leave period, and prepare a report or application. For a servicemember, the main document is a report addressed to the commander, and for a civilian employee — an application to the employer.

After submitting the report, it is important to keep proof of the request. This may be a registration mark, a copy with an incoming number, electronic confirmation in Army+, or another document confirming that the request was submitted.

If the response is positive, an order or another document on granting leave must be issued. If the response is negative, it is necessary to obtain written justification in order to check the legality of the refusal.

Table: what to do depending on the situation

Situation	What to do	What documents are needed	When a lawyer is needed
I want to take UBD leave	Submit a report or a report through Army+	UBD certificate, report, military documents	If the report is not accepted or not registered
The commander refused	Obtain the written reason and check its legality	Report, response, proof of submission	If the refusal is formal or unfounded
Leave is constantly postponed	Record all requests	Copies of reports, responses, orders	If the violation is systematic
Discharged, but compensation was not paid	Submit an application or request to the unit	UBD certificate, discharge order, calculation	If the unit does not pay or understates the amount
Compensation was calculated incorrectly	Request a detailed calculation	Certificate of monetary support, number of days	If not all years were taken into account
The servicemember died	Check the family’s right to compensation	Family documents, servicemember’s documents, leave data	Almost always, because the procedure is complex

Report for UBD leave

A report for UBD leave should contain not only a request to “grant leave,” but also a clear reference to the servicemember’s right. The document should indicate UBD status, the desired leave period, the calendar year for which it is requested, and the list of attached documents.

It is also advisable to request a written response in case of refusal or postponement. This is important because a verbal refusal gives almost no opportunity to assess its legality and prepare a further appeal.

A lawyer will help draft the report so that it corresponds to your situation. For example, if the report has already been submitted before, previous requests should be taken into account. If the issue concerns compensation after discharge, what may be needed is not a report, but an application, request, or lawsuit.

UBD leave through Army+

Army+ allows servicemembers to submit electronic reports and receive digital confirmation of the request. This is convenient, but the electronic format does not remove the need to properly formulate the request and keep proof of submission.

Before submitting through Army+, it is worth checking whether the correct type of report has been selected, whether the text matches your situation, and whether there are documents confirming UBD status. If the report is rejected or not considered, electronic confirmations may be important for further protection.

When it is better to contact a lawyer before submitting through Army+

You should contact a lawyer before submitting through Army+ if you have already received refusals, if the commander does not give a clear response, if the report is not being considered, or if leave is needed during a specific period. A consultation is also needed if the issue is related to compensation for previous years.

Can UBD leave be refused during martial law?

During martial law, UBD leave for a servicemember is granted with the commander’s permission. The command may take into account combat missions, the operational situation, service necessity, and the possibility of the servicemember’s absence from the unit.

At the same time, this does not mean that the right to leave can be completely ignored. If the report is not accepted, no response is provided, or the refusal is only verbal, the situation must be documented.

Lawful reasons for postponement or refusal

Reasons for postponement or refusal may include service necessity, performance of combat missions, a complex operational situation, the impossibility of several servicemembers being absent at the same time, or the absence of documents confirming the right to leave.

If the reason is objective, sometimes the right solution is to submit a new request with different dates. But even in such a case, the servicemember has the right to proper consideration of the report and a clear response.

Signs of a problematic refusal

A refusal is problematic if it is not issued in writing, is explained only by the phrase “martial law,” the report is not registered, no response is given, or leave is constantly postponed without specifics.

It is also worth contacting a lawyer if the military unit does not recognize the right to additional leave at all, although the servicemember has UBD status and supporting documents.

Compensation for unused UBD leave

Compensation for unused UBD leave most often arises upon discharge from military service. If a servicemember had the right to additional leave but did not use it, it is necessary to check whether the military unit took these days into account during the final settlement.

Disputes often arise because the unit does not take all years into account, does not provide a detailed calculation, does not include certain periods, or does not make the payment at all. In such a situation, documents must be obtained and it must be checked whether the amount has been determined correctly.

How to calculate compensation

To calculate compensation, it is necessary to determine the number of unused days of additional UBD leave and the amount of monetary support used for the payment. Without a certificate of monetary support, orders, and data on used leave, it is difficult to make an accurate calculation.

A lawyer will help obtain documents, check the number of days, and understand whether the compensation amount has been understated.

What documents are needed for compensation

For compensation, the following are usually needed: UBD certificate, discharge order, documents confirming service, certificate of monetary support, information on used and unused leave, calculation documents, and responses from the military unit.

If the matter concerns the family of a fallen servicemember, additional documents are needed confirming the family relationship, the death of the servicemember, and the right to apply for the due payments.

What to do if compensation was not paid

If compensation was not paid, first it is necessary to find out whether the final settlement was carried out and whether additional UBD leave was taken into account. For this, it is worth submitting a written application or attorney request to the military unit.

If no response is provided, the payment is not made, or the calculation looks incorrect, a complaint or lawsuit can be prepared. It is important not to delay and to keep all documents: reports, applications, responses, orders, certificates, and payslips.

When a military lawyer is needed

If you are not granted UBD leave or compensation for unused days has not been paid, you should not limit yourself to verbal conversations. A military lawyer will help document the request, prepare a report, obtain documents, and determine whether there are grounds for a complaint or court action.

You should contact a lawyer if the report is not accepted, the refusal is not issued in writing, the command constantly postpones leave, compensation was not paid after discharge, the calculation looks incorrect, or the military unit does not provide documents.

Our task is to help you act correctly: with documents, evidence, a clear position, and a realistic plan. Call or leave a request on the website to receive an initial free consultation regarding UBD leave or compensation.

How we work

First, we conduct an initial consultation and clarify your situation: whether there is UBD status, whether reports were submitted, whether there were responses, whether leave days were used, whether the servicemember has been discharged, and whether the calculation was made.

Next, the lawyer prepares the necessary documents: a report, application, attorney request, complaint, or lawsuit. If the issue can be resolved at the stage of contacting the military unit, we help formulate the correct demand and record its submission.

If the military unit refuses, does not respond, or does not pay compensation, we analyze the prospects of court protection, collect evidence, and support the case. The client understands which steps are being taken, which documents are being submitted, and what result can be demanded.

Frequently asked questions

How many days of leave does a UBD have?

A person with UBD status has the right to additional leave lasting 14 calendar days per year. For a servicemember, it is granted with retention of monetary support.

Can a commander refuse UBD leave?

During martial law, the commander may postpone or not approve leave for a specific period if there is service necessity or combat missions. But the refusal should not be verbal, formal, or unfounded.

What should I do if the report is not accepted?

It is necessary to document the fact of submitting the report: through registration, an electronic report in Army+, or another documentary method. If the request is ignored, it is worth preparing a repeated report, attorney request, or complaint.

Is unused UBD leave compensated?

Yes, upon discharge, compensation may be paid for unused days of additional UBD leave. For this, it is necessary to check the number of unused days and the correctness of the calculation.

How to receive compensation for unused UBD leave?

You need to apply to the military unit with an application or request and obtain a calculation. If the unit does not pay or understates the amount, the issue can be resolved through a complaint or court.

Can compensation be recovered through court?

Yes, if the military unit did not pay compensation voluntarily or calculated it incorrectly. For court, documents are needed confirming UBD status, service, discharge, unused days, and requests to the unit.

Does the family of a fallen servicemember have the right to compensation for unused leave?

The family may have the right to unpaid amounts that belonged to the servicemember. Such cases are better checked with a lawyer, because documents from the unit, family composition, and the payment procedure are important.

Is an attorney needed to process UBD leave?

For a simple report, an attorney is not always needed. But if the report is not accepted, leave is refused, compensation is not paid, or it is necessary to go to court, it is better to involve a military lawyer.