
The Navy is fully committed to restoring the honor, careers, and benefits of former Sailors affected by the COVID vaccine mandate.
NAVADMIN 255/26 details two pathways:
Path 1: Return to service
-Prior paygrade and rating restored
-Retroactive back pay and allowances
-Service credit for the time you were out
-Recouped bonuses repaid.
-Discharge characterization, RE codes, and separation narrative corrected
Path 2: Set the record straight
Still serving? If your record took a hit for refusing the vaccine, it can be reviewed and updated. If it cost you a promotion, that can be reconsidered too.
Separated and not returning? Your discharge can be upgraded to Honorable and bonus repayments may be recouped.
Both paths start with the same form:
Navy COVID Cell: 901-874-9284
Deadline: April 1, 2027