Retention (MMEA-1)

All FY26 CRP submissions must be thoroughly screened by the unit Career Counselor and Commanding Officer before submission. This screening process ensures that:

• The Marine meets all qualifications.

• The Marine is fully recommended for participation in the CRP.

Submitting an FY26 CRP request through the Total Force Retention System (TFRS) serves as the Command's formal acknowledgment of the Marine's qualifications and recommendation for the program.

Marines selected for the FY26 CRP have the option to request an Enhanced Duty Station Incentive (EDSI) as part of their reenlistment package.

• Marines are encouraged to select up to five MCCs from the CRP vacancy list when submitting their request.

• Unit Career Counselors must document these preferences in the TFRS submission by listing the Marine’s MCC choices in priority order (1 to 5).

Marines should provide their preferred method of contact to facilitate direct communication with Primary Military Occupational Specialty (PMOS) Monitors regarding assignments. This ensures:

• Timely coordination for duty station placement.

• Effective communication throughout the process.

The FY25 Enlisted Retention Campaign supports Marine retention through programs like the CRP, CGRP, Direct Affiliation Program (DAP), lateral moves (LATMOVs), and standard reenlistments.

Click Here to read the FY25 Retention Campaign MARADMIN

• Command Retention Mission (CRM): Drives retention focus and credits CRP success.

• CRP: Open all year, up to 20% per MOS, and allows targeted lateral moves.

• Earlier Submission: SDA volunteers and HSST selectees can submit 3 months early (Jan 1).

• STAP Conditional Reenlistments: E6-E8 board selectees get streamlined processing.

• Geolocation Preferences: Includes East Coast, West Coast, Overseas, and SLIP options.

• Direct Affiliation Program (DAP): Fully integrated as part of Total Force retention.

Click Here to read the FY26 Retention Campaign MARADMIN

ECDP is a pilot program allowing senior enlisted Marines in the grades of E-8 and E-9 to serve up to their service limitations without repeated reenlistment requests, offering stability, reduced administrative tasks, and a long-term path for career planning.

MMEA is available to visit units and engage directly with Marines to discuss career opportunities, assignments, and the PCS/PCA process. These visits provide valuable insights, career guidance, and retention assistance tailored to each unit's needs. Commands seeking a Retention Assist Visit (RAV) can submit a request through the official RAV request form. All visits are unit-funded, and submission through the form is required for scheduling.

Marines who reenlist for at least 36 months of obligated service could be eligible for a reenlistment bonus in accordance with the published Selective Retention Bonus Program (SRBP) MARADMIN. Bonus amounts are determined by zone, MOS, and rank, and are subject to change every year depending on the needs of the Marine Corps.