r/ukraineforeignlegion

Hello how is it going? I already have my flight plan in place, more or less i'm having a dilemma. About whether to purchase my gear in the US where i live. Or take a chance and attempt to purchase. Some stuff in Ukraine? And the reason why im so caught up. Is that i have never traveled internationally before. And im just a bit nervous about showing up to Poland, with military grade equipment. And the Polish customs clinking some hand cuffs on me and arresting me for my stuff lol.

I'm aware that some of the stuff in Ukraine, is incredibly more expensive then in the US. If you were in my shoes previously, or not. Any advice would be welcomed!

Also everyone has this general ball park figure of what to bring? Its somewhere between $1k to $5000k. I've seen on other posts. But what did you bring?

A question to all of the active guys out here, so to keep things short

I'm fairly new to this country and I was just wondering if any of you could help me out

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Looking for something that uses good materials for less than 10k uah per pair. Curious what peoples' current experiences are

Been serving as a drone technician in a unit where there aren’t many opportunities for foreigners to do fixed wing drone piloting. The first six months of my contract are almost over and I have only done basic training and basic FPV prepwork. Does anyone know of units that would do the paperwork correctly and not leave me in AWOL limbo if I transfer?

Booked my ticket for July 8th. Contacted wetruegun, still waiting for a response. Im hoping to go down the drone route. If I don't hear back I figured I'd contact a unit directly and apply there. Been eyeing the 411th and 423rd. Still trying to find other recommendations. Got a bit of money to be able take care of myself for a bit. Reading other posts, it looks like it could be possible take awhile to get orders. Other questions.

- I figured I would buy my gear in country. Is there anything I should bring from the US though.

- any other general advice you would a give a new guy is greatly appreciated.

Is it possible for a foreign volunteer to settle down in Ukraine instead of going back to his homecountry?

Alright so this post is going to be brutally honest. I decided 1 year ago that I wanted to come serve in Ukraine. I am 33 and due to a bunch of previous injuries I have been struggling to get even close to the fitness requirements for units like Azov, GUR, etc. This has been tough on my motivation, but hasn’t killed it. Are there any infantry units in Ukraine with less intense PT requirements? I am willing to do whatever, go wherever, as long as my contribution helps Ukraine.

Thank you

For those who do not know me, my name is Aiden Aslin, also known online as CossackGundi. I have been serving with 2nd Squadron for the past two years. Before that I spent four years with the Ukrainian Marines and was in Mariupol at the start of the full-scale invasion, before later ending up in captivity.

I was exchanged in late 2022 and eventually returned to service, joining 2nd Squadron in early 2024.

I now help out with recruitment for the Squadron. If you have questions or want to know more about a specific role, send me a message and I can either answer directly or put you in touch with one of the recruiters.

2nd Squadron, DIU / GUR International Legion, is currently looking to expand it's S6 (communications) function. Ofcourse, infantry and other role are always needed, but this post is specifically to look for the support side. We are looking for these specifics skills;

• Radio operators and radio programmers.

• Radio Telephone Operators (RTOs).

• Sysadmins and server admins.

• Telecom engineers/technicians (especially if got experience on cell towers).

• Electronic Warfare technicians.

• Drone technicians.

Basic requirements:

• English speaking

• Valid driving license

• 21–45 years old

• Physically fit

• Valid passport and able to travel to Ukraine

• Able to work as part of a team and follow instructions

Things that help:

• Previous military service, especially if in a similar comms/radio operator role.

• Radios, Starlink or other communications systems experience.

• Off-road or logistics driving.

• Ukrainian, Russian and/or Spanish language ability.

The process is pretty simple:

1. Reach out

2. Brief screening and discussion about your background and preferred role

3. Interview with the unit representative(s)

4. Official application through DIU / GUR

5. Travel to Ukraine, selection and training

6. Assignment to the role that best suits your experience

Before applying:

This is an active combat unit. If accepted, you should expect to deploy and take part in real operations supporting Ukraine. Even in a mostly support role, you will be working in dangerous conditions, and a risk of injury/death is very real.

The minimum contract is 6 months, so please do not apply unless you are genuinely prepared to commit to it and do the job properly.

This is not for tourists, people chasing an adrenaline rush, or anyone who just wants a few photos for Instagram before heading home. The work is hard, the conditions are rough, and you will be expected to pull your weight from day one.

If you are serious, dependable and think you have something to offer, send me a message.

Are there any germans i can talk to?

Hey bros, I was in the Second Legion Battalion for 5 months, I took leave to deal with family issues in my country, and I haven't been able to return. Do you think I can resolve my AWOL status?

One of the things I regret most in my life was returning to my country, but it was necessary due to my family situation.

I normally keep my specific background and prior operational experience private, but I am at a point where I am seriously assessing the possibility of volunteering for Ukraine and would appreciate candid input from people with direct experience.

I come from a long military, intelligence, security, and law enforcement background with overseas operational deployments, leadership experience, and extensive work in technical and tactical fields. Part of my background included service as an intelligence operator, reconnaissance-related assignments, EOD/demining, airborne qualification, instructional roles, firearms training, emergency response, and operational planning/coordination.

I fully understand that Ukraine is not a peacekeeping mission, a low-intensity deployment, or the simplified version of war often presented in the media. The battlefield today is shaped by drones, artillery, electronic warfare, reconnaissance-strike integration, and constant adaptation. I am under no illusions about the realities involved.

I have previously operated in environments tied to special operations and understand the difference between conventional military structure, stabilization missions, and high-risk operational environments.

At the same time, I believe mature operational experience, discipline, technical competence, and the ability to function inside high-pressure environments still have value when applied correctly.

I am not looking for adventure, ideology, or social media attention. I am trying to realistically assess whether someone with my background still has a meaningful place in the current fight, particularly in areas involving:
- reconnaissance,
- technical or operational support,
- engineering/EOD-related work,
- force protection/security functions,
- instruction/training,
- or other specialized roles requiring mature field experience.

I would appreciate straightforward input from people with firsthand knowledge of the current environment and where individuals with prior operational backgrounds are actually being utilized effectively.

Please do not waste my time with political arguments, internet bravado, or uninformed opinions. I am not interested in a pissing match. I am looking for serious input from people who actually understand the operational realities on the ground.

Just want to know your experience and what kind of opportunities it opens up after military contract ends and you head back home. Also what is something I should prepare for before joining if I do so(money wise, laptop, etc.)?

I hold an engineering degree from a respectable university in the UK, and have been looking for an engineer role near the zero line. I don't have an issue going near the zero line with a rifle to perform my duties, but every unit I applied for said that right now they're only looking for infantrymen.

I know it may sound weird, but if anyone is friends with them, could you please just let us know they're okay, they are my favourite autism on this board, and just getting a "plus plus" would set my mind at ease.

I’ve been extremely motivated to join AZOV for almost a year unfortunately I have to pay off some things before I can sign the application. I have firearms training for many years. I’m also 100% motivated. i’d like to definitely meet new friends. I want to get the training as well from learning from the best. The big part I would definitely like to meet friends, especially from where I stand now. I hope my reasoning isn’t unethical. I have been trying to teach myself some Ukrainian. Are there any commands I should learn in Ukrainian? I was maybe hoping there’s something at the base to where I can learn Ukrainian very well? I’m very interested in speaking it fluently to partake in big tasks. I don’t really know much about the international Legion yet, but I plan on signing a three-year contract or more. I did not wish to email the Legion about small questions. I didn’t want to waste their time. Is there anything that I should consider doing before I come? I would like to be ready. And not unuseful whenever I arrive.

* Again I apologize if this was posted before I don’t believe it went through.

Thank you! YOU have my full support!🇺🇦
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/ Multiple Enlistments? Is this normal for any of your guys battalions to take kind of package deals? I see a lot of interests from folk, I feel I’m ready to go and train here soon with some more language work. But I want a couple buddies or like minded people to fly in with. Just curious on the odds of this or is it going to be a “ the one who flew over the cuckoos nest” for me.
For reference I’m on the west coast of the states . Also I’m a young guy and having a mentor could be helpful, in multiple ways.