Dual Military Deployment - Is It Possible?

I'm looking into the military but I'm concerned about my other half being left alone if we're both in the forces. Are there instances where a married couple in the military can be deployed together?

Yes, dual military couples can be deployed together, but it's not guaranteed. The military does try to keep immediate family members together as much as possible through the Joint Domicile program, sometimes known as "co-location".

The program aims to assign married couples to the same location, or at least within 100 miles of each other. However, there are some stipulations. Both service members must be active duty (not Reserve or Guard), they usually must be in the same branch of service, and the needs of the military always come first.

But remember, even if you're stationed together, that does not necessarily mean you would be deployed together. Deployment schedules are dictated by the specific mission and operational needs.

One potential advantage, if you're not in the same branch of service, is that you may not be deployed at the same time due to different deployment cycles and operational tempos for each branch. For instance, the Army and Air Force may deploy at different times or to different places.

Also, note that dual military families with children must have a Family Care Plan – which outlines who takes care of the children if both parents are deployed.

Finally, making it work successfully as a dual-military couple takes strong communication, advanced planning, and flexibility. Each situation and couple are unique, so it's always a good idea to reach out to your command or military family support services for advice and guidance specific to your circumstances.