[2026 Latest] Hyunjin is not going to serve in the military? Or is it being postponed? A complete summary of his enlistment date and the truth behind the rumors

A thorough explanation of why Stray Kids' Hyunjin is said to be "not serving in the military" from the perspective of the system, age, and group circumstances. A long and easy-to-understand summary of the possibility of military exemption and when he will enlist.

table of contents

1. Why is Hyunjin not serving in the military?

2. What are the conditions for military service exemption? Hyunjin's case

3. Why you don't have to serve in the military right now

4. Hyunjin's expected military enlistment date

5. Stray Kids' overall military service schedule

6. Q&A | A summary of the questions fans are most curious about

7. Summary

1. Why is Hyunjin not serving in the military?

The biggest reason why people are wondering, "Will Hyunjin not serve in the military?" is because information that mixes facts and rumors tends to spread easily. In conclusion, it is not certain that Hyunjin will not serve in the military.

The reason Hyunjin hasn't enlisted yet is very simple: he's still within the grace period, both in terms of age and the system. In South Korea, all men are required to serve in the military, but there is a clear distinction between the age at which they must enlist immediately and the age at which they can still postpone. Hyunjin was born on March 20, 2000, so as of 2025, he won't be "exempt" from military service, but rather it's closer to the age at which his turn has not yet come.

Furthermore, Stray Kids is currently in a very important period as a group, focusing on their world tour and overseas activities. This has led to misunderstandings among fans that they are not going or are exempt.

2. What are the conditions for military service exemption? Hyunjin's case

In Korea, the cases where military service exemptions are granted are actually quite limited. Well-known examples include those with severe health problems who are assessed as the lowest grade (grade 6) in the military service assessment, or those with foreign nationality or permanent residency. There are also cases where those recognized for their national achievements, such as Olympic medalists or winners of international classical music competitions, are exempt.

However, Hyunjin does not fall under these conditions. There has been no official announcement that he has any health problems, and he is a Korean citizen. Furthermore, his activities as a K-pop idol are not exempt from military service under the current military service system. In other words, the reality is that it is extremely unlikely that Hyunjin will be exempt from military service under the system.

3. Why you don't have to serve in the military right now

We often hear that "military service must begin by the age of 28," but this is merely a general rule. In reality, it is possible to postpone enlistment if there are recognized social reasons, such as entertainment or research activities.

It is not uncommon for celebrities to be granted a certain period of postponement, taking into consideration their plans and overseas schedules. Hyunjin falls within this system, and there will be no legal or social issues even if he has not enlisted by 2025.

4. Hyunjin's expected military enlistment date

So, when is Hyunjin likely to enlist? Since there has been no official announcement, this is merely a guess, but the realistic time frame is quite narrow.

Based on the opinions of many specialist media outlets and fans, the most likely date is between 2027 and 2029. This is because the enlistment of the older members is likely to coincide with the end of the group's activities.

Expected enlistment schedule (forecast)

perspective	Estimated enlistment period
Emphasis on age order	2027-2028
Activity schedule takes priority	2028-2029
Make the most of the postponement	Around 2029

Looking at it this way, we can see that neither of the extreme views of "I'll go right away" nor "I'll never go again" are realistic.

5. Stray Kids' overall military service schedule

In the case of Stray Kids, while some members have foreign nationality and are exempt from military service, several members are still required to serve in the military. Therefore, rather than ceasing activities all at once, it is likely that the group will gradually enlist.

This has been a common trend for K-pop groups in the past, with many maintaining the group name while pursuing solo or unit activities. Hyunjin will likely choose the best timing for this.

6. Q&A | A summary of the questions fans are most curious about

Q1. Is Hyunjin really not going to military service?
A. It has not been decided that I will not enlist. Due to the current system, it is highly likely that I will enlist in the future.

Q2. Is there no possibility of being exempt from military service?
A. Based on current information, there are no confirmed factors that qualify for exemption.

Q3. When is the earliest you will enlist?
A. Many people believe that the earliest date will be around 2027, but realistically it will be between 2028 and 2029.

Q4. Will Stray Kids go on hiatus once he enlists?
A. A complete suspension is unlikely, and partial and gradual activities are likely to continue.

7. Summary

The reason Hyunjin is said to be "not serving in the military" is not because he is exempt or given special treatment, but because he is in a legitimate grace period based on his age and the system. The only certain fact that can be said at this point is that it is not "not going" but rather "it is not yet time to go."

The healthiest stance for fans would be to not get too swayed by rumors and to calmly monitor the situation until an official announcement is made.

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