Upon enlistment, recruits receive the modern All-Season Field Uniform Set (VKPO 3.0), tactical footwear, thermal underwear, modular 6B45 body armor, and 6B47 ballistic helmets free of charge. Rations consist of 3 hot meals daily (minimum 4,200 kcal/day) or modern Individual Food Rations (IRP) in field environments.
Contract & Service Conditions
Daily Life, Rations, Equipment & Annual Leave in Contract Service
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Quick Summary / Direct Answer
Contract servicemen are provided with full state supply: all-season VKPO 3.0 field uniform and armor, 3 hot meals daily, comfortable modular barracks or housing compensation, 30+ days of paid annual vacation with travel reimbursement, and regular phone/messenger communication with family members abroad.
Living standards, nutritious rations, and modern tactical gear are essential components of servicemen readiness and morale. Here is a detailed review of day-to-day military service life.
1. VKPO 3.0 Uniform, Body Armor & Rations
2. Annual Paid Vacation (30+ Days)
Contract personnel are entitled to at least 30 calendar days of paid vacation per year, with additional days granted for travel time. Flight/rail tickets to vacation destinations are reimbursed.
Comparative Data & Standards
State Support Allowances Overview
| Provision Type | Details | Cost to Serviceman |
|---|---|---|
| Uniform & Armor | Full VKPO 3.0 tactical set & body armor | 100% Free |
| Nutrition | 3 hot meals / field rations (4,200+ kcal) | 100% Free |
| Annual Leave | 30+ calendar days with travel subsidy | Paid at full salary rate |
| Medical Care | Full military hospital care & medicines | 100% Free |
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Official Security Notice: Avoid Unofficial Brokers
All intake and enlistment procedures in the Russian Armed Forces are 100% free of charge. The Ministry of Defense never charges fees for processing, medical exams, visas, or airfare. Never transfer funds to third parties. Always verify through the official Selection Center in Moscow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are recruits allowed to call family members abroad? +
Yes, personal phone calls and messaging are permitted during scheduled rest hours.
What happens during annual leave? +
Servicemen receive full base salary and holiday travel allowances.
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