Do the Royal Marines pay well?

The starting salary for a Royal Marine is £14,700 during basic training. After completing 32 weeks training, this rises to £20,000. Salaries increase as you could up the ranks. Potential earnings can reach £48,000 as Warrant Officer 1.

How long do Royal Marines serve for?

Duration of terms of enlistment —(1) A person may be enlisted in the Royal Marines for a term beginning with the date of his attestation in the Royal Marines and ending 18 years after that date or on the date of his 40th birthday, whichever is the later.

Can you quit the Royal Marines after training?

After the first 28 days of recruit training, you can leave up until you’ve been in training for 6 months. After that, you need to serve for a further 2.5 years before you can submit your one year notice to leave.

Can you fail Royal Navy basic training?

The Royal Navy (RN) has advised that in Training Year 2010/2011 there were around 180 personnel who failed Phase 1 Training and left the Navy. No RN personnel re-take the training – if need be, they are put back a few weeks, but unless they choose to leave the RN, they keep going until they have passed.

Is the Royal Marines right for You?

It’s not for everyone, which is why the joining process is rigorous, and can seem lengthy. It involves a series of interviews, plus mental and physical tests, to ensure the Royal Marines is right for you – and that you’re right for the Royal Marines.

How do I join the Royal Marines Commando?

It involves a series of interviews, plus mental and physical tests, to ensure the Royal Marines is right for you – and that you’re right for the Royal Marines. Once you’ve reviewed the Royal Marines Commando role information, you need to fill out a simple form to register your interest.

How do I join the Royal Marines fitness test?

TAKE THE FITNESS TEST. Before you can join you’ll have to pass the Royal Marines’ Pre-Joining Fitness Test, which involves completing two 2.4km runs on a treadmill that is set to a 2\% incline. The first run must be completed in less than 12 minutes 30 seconds.

What is the medical and eye exam like in the Marines?

The medical and eye exam are quite comprehensive, because life in the Royal Marines is very physically demanding. Your tests must be completed by one of our Ministry of Defence-approved doctors, who are based all around the country.