How to Apply for British Army Recruitment for Foreigners: The British Army is offering Nationality and Commonwealth citizens, including Nigerians, an opportunity to join its distinguished force starting today, 19th August 2024. As a Nigerian living in Nigeria or anywhere in the world, or as a commonwealth citizen from any of the commonwealth countries.
Here is an opportunity to join the British armed forces. You can apply for British Army Commonwealth recruitment even if you are in Nigeria right now or you live outside the UK. The application window has been open to candidates from the Commonwealth since yesterday 19th August 2024 at 7am for up to 1 week.
British Army Commonwealth Recruitment 2024
Commonwealth soldiers are, and always will be, an important and valued part of the fabric of the British Army. The application window will be open to candidates from the Commonwealth on 19th August 2024 at 0700hrs (UK Time (UTC + 1)) for up to 1 week.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications received outside of this window will be rejected.
Only applicants that apply for ‘available roles’ will be considered, so you must be applying for one of the following:
- Musician
- Royal Electrical
- Mechanical Engineering roles
- Royal EngineerTechnician and Tradesman roles
- Paratrooper
British Army Recruitment Eligibility criteria
Soldiers
- Candidates must be at least 16 years old, with applications starting at 15 years and 7 months. Assessment can begin at 15 years and 9 months.
- Those under 17 years and 6 months will attend the Army Foundation College before starting standard entry training for Junior Soldiers
- Candidates must enlist before 36 years of age.
Officers
- Candidates must be between 18 and 29 years old.
- Higher age limits apply for specialist roles like doctors, and exceptions are made for candidates over 30 on a case-by-case basis.
- Candidates need 35 ALIS points from 7 subjects, including a minimum grade of C/4 in English Language, Maths, and either Science or a foreign language.
- Additionally, they need 72 UCAS Tariff points from 3 subjects.
Fitness and lifestyle requirements
Every applicant must pass a series of fitness tests, including the Multistage Fitness Test (Beep Test), Seated Ball Throw, and Mid Thigh Pull.
The Army offers guidance on achieving the required fitness levels and emphasizes maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Recruits are encouraged to quit smoking and focus on a balanced diet to ensure they meet the BMI (Body Mass Index) requirements.
Tattoos and piercings
Tattoos are acceptable under specific guidelines: they must not be offensive, obscene, or visible on a passport photo. Hand and neck tattoos are now allowed, but head and face tattoos are not.
Piercings that alter appearance, like large flesh tunnels, may disqualify applicants. All jewellery must be removed during physical activities.
Criminal convictions
The British Army adopts a rehabilitative stance on criminal convictions. While certain convictions might be ‘spent’ after a rehabilitation period, applicants must disclose any unspent convictions.
Honesty is paramount, as hiding convictions could lead to prosecution later.
Joining the Army Cadet Force
For those not yet old enough to join the Army, the Army Cadet Force offers an excellent opportunity to engage in military-themed activities, sports, and outdoor adventures.
Cadets can develop survival skills, participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and earn additional qualifications.
How to Apply for British Army Recruitment for Foreigners
The application window is strictly from 19th August 2024 to 26th August 2024. Applications submitted outside this period will not be considered.
Candidates must be ready to travel to the UK for further assessment in October and November 2024, with basic training commencing between January and March 2025.
For more detailed information and to apply, interested candidates should visit the official British Army recruitment page here https://jobs.army.mod.uk/how-to-join/can-i-apply
The British Army Recruitment applications MUST be linked to the Recruit Bounty Referral Scheme. Any Applications that are submitted outside of the Recruit Bounty Scheme will be rejected, except for those applying as a musician.
To apply to join as a musician you must be able to meet the musical standards required. More information can be found here: Army Musicians.
Applications will be closed during Sep – Oct 2024. Applicants will need to be in a position to be invited to come to the UK to progress their application in Oct – Nov 2024 for entry to Basic Training in Jan – Mar 2025.
We thank all Commonwealth candidates and their sponsors for their patience and commitment.
