Re-enrollment

Peace Corps Volunteer Handbook
Pages 87 - 88

Under some circumstances, an RPCV may re-enroll for another term without having to submit a new application. Re-enrollment is possible if:

  • Within the past two years, the RPCV completed service (COS) or has his/her service terminated early for medical reasons or due to exceptional circumstances beyond his or her control; and

  • The RPCV has particular skills or experience requested by host countries which are not sufficiently available from current applications.

Re-enrollment is handled directly by the Office of Placement. An RPCV who wishes to be considered for re-enrollment should contact the Office of Placement at 800-424-8580, ext. 1830. Beyond two years from COS, the RPCV must submit a new application through a Regional Recruitment Office.

Trainees or Volunteers who terminate their service early for reasons other than those noted above are asked to wait a year before submitting a new application. These applications are considered case by case, depending on the circumstances of the early termination and the support of references from staff members in the former country of service. Trainees or Volunteers who are administratively separated will not usually be considered for an additional term of service.

In rare cares, a Trainee or Volunteer may be reinstated to the original country of service within a year of completing or termination service. To obtain additional information on reinstatement, contact the appropriate Country Desk Unit.