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The basic requirement is that you have served in the armed forces. Most countries do have some additional restrictions. In the US, you must have been discharged either on a General or Honorable Discharge to qualify as a veteran.

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Yes, anyone serving in the military, whether active or reserve, is indeed a veteran.

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Yes, you are a veteran if you served in the military, whether in peace-time or in war.

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HAVE TO HAVE SERVED IN ACTIVE DUTY...

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No.

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