Documents Relating To Australian Defence Force (adf) Recruitment 958/23/24 - Documents (pdf, 4.85 Mb)

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This FOI release contains a draft chapter from the Military Personnel Manual (MILPERSMAN) Part 2 detailing the inherent requirements of service in the Australian Defence Force. The document outlines baseline eligibility and fitness criteria applicable to all ADF members, covering citizenship requirements, security clearances, and fitness standards. It specifies that Australian citizenship is mandatory for ongoing service, though eligible permanent residents may be appointed provisionally with a requirement to apply for citizenship promptly. The document establishes that all Defence members must hold security clearances and meet additional requirements prescribed by Service Chiefs based on employment category. The draft is dated 05 June 2024 and appears largely unredacted, presenting standard personnel policy framework rather than sensitive operational or procurement information.