One neck tattoo, no larger than 1-inch in diameter, is permitted.Īll other branches prohibit neck tattoos visible above a crew neck shirt. Neck: The Navy is the only branch to allow a single neck tattoo. If you’re curious about these rules-and the slight variations among them–here’s an updated comprehensive guide:Īll five major branches of service agree that there must be no tattoos on these body parts: With the new Marine Corps policy, the service branches’ regulations on tattoos are now nearly identical.
The new policy, the bulletin goes on to say, “ensures that the Marine Corps maintains its ties to the society it represents and removes all barriers to entry for those members of society wishing to join its ranks.” They also expect Marines to represent the nation they are sworn to protect.” The new “Marine Corps Bulletin 1020” emphasizes balance between decorum and practicality: “The American people expect Marines to be disciplined, physically fit, and ready to accomplish any mission. Nearly half of young adults have tattoos, and many have several. The reason for the change is simple: recruiting and retention. And hands may sport only one finger ring tattoo. Both officers and enlisted can now tat themselves up as much as they want, as long as it’s not on the face or neck. Last week, the Marine Corps revised its policy, allowing the “sleeve” (whole arm) tattoo and also permitting officers more than four tattoos visible in uniform. No military regulation has been more closely watched-and more frequently changed-than the do’s and don’ts of tattoos.
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