What is the maximum number of months prior to separation that sailors can voluntarily access transition services?

Sailors are allowed to voluntarily access transition services a maximum of 12 months prior to their separation from service. This timeframe is established to ensure that service members have sufficient opportunity to prepare for their transition to civilian life, which includes accessing resources such as career counseling, job placement assistance, and educational opportunities.

By allowing access up to a year in advance, sailors can effectively manage their transition, giving them adequate time to make informed decisions about their futures, whether that involves employment, further education, or other personal goals. This approach is part of the military's commitment to supporting its personnel in making a successful transition upon separation.