Special Forces Candidate

Enlisted Soldier

• Be a U.S. citizen
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns
• Be 18 years old by ship date and not have turned 32 prior to leaving

Officer

• Be a U.S. citizen
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns
• Be 18 years old by ship date and not have turned 32 prior to leaving

Active Duty

• Be a U.S. citizen
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns
• Be 18 years old by ship date and not have turned 32 prior to leaving

Army Reserve

• Be a U.S. citizen
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns
• Be 18 years old by ship date and not have turned 32 prior to leaving

Army National Guard

• Be a U.S. citizen
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns
• Be 18 years old by ship date and not have turned 32 prior to leaving

Entry Level Bonuses

Up to $34K

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns
• Be 18 years old by ship date and not have turned 32 prior to leaving

Testing & Certifications

• 22 weeks of Infantry One Station Unit Training
• 4 week Special Operations Forces Preparation Course
• The Special Forces Assessment & Selection Course, following Airborne School

Skills You'll Learn

• Evasion
• Physical & Mental Strength
• Weapons Operations

More To Consider

• 18X offers a path to citizenship for Lawful Permanent Residents, who can begin training immediately.
• Citizenship is a requirement for passing a secret security clearance, but you can apply for expedited naturalization and candidacy for the Special Forces if you’ve had a valid Green Card (officially known as an I-551 Permanent Resident Card) for at least six months.
• Work with a recruiter to get started.