If you served before, in any branch, you are one of the most straightforward applicants to work with. A lot of the qualification work is already done.
You already have a DD214 or service record, existing ASVAB scores, a documented medical history, and a completed background investigation. Most of what takes a new applicant weeks is already sitting in a file somewhere.
Prior service applicants frequently move from first contact to enlistment substantially faster than anyone else, and in many cases keep their rank.
If you do not have all of it, that is normal and recoverable. Bring what you have.
Often, yes, though it depends on your career field, time in service, and whether there is a position at that grade open at the unit. Cross-branch transfers may need to retrain into an Air Force career field, which can affect grade.
You will get a straight answer on this early rather than finding out at the end.
If you are currently active duty Air Force and thinking about getting out, do not wait until your last month. These transitions have timelines and paperwork windows, and starting early is the difference between a smooth move and a missed opportunity.
Palace Chase lets you leave active duty early and serve the remainder part-time. Palace Front is the normal end-of-commitment transition. Either way, you keep your benefits continuous, keep building toward retirement, and stop moving every three years.
Being discharged from the Delayed Entry Program before you shipped does not close the door. It is one of the most common situations we see, and in most cases you are still qualified. If life got in the way the first time and it is different now, reach out.
The prequalification questionnaire takes about 60 seconds. Every submission is reviewed personally and a recruiter will follow up within 3 business days to set up a virtual appointment.