I made a huge mistake earlier on in my life and got a ridiculous tattoo on my forearm. It is not racist or degrading in any way. Im trying to get it removed but it is a very slow and expensive process. But. that is a different story. I guess I would just like to know if this will prohibit me from joining up.
2007-03-11 15:12:33 · 13 answers · asked by opiee911 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
it is very visible and written in fairly large letters. It cannot be covered up unless I wear long sleeve shirts.
2007-03-11 15:19:54 · update #1
Anything these days would get you into the armed forces. Even if you have criminal records. So tattoo come on, the military needs people.
By the way on a normal situation Tattoo would not be a problem. You say a ridiculous tattoo mhmmm might be a problem.
2007-03-11 15:24:35 · answer #1 · answered by Xtrax 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The military ( I know the Navy has) has changed their policy on tattoos. Mainly, tattoos are fine, provided that they can be covered up when wearing your uniform. What this means is, a tattoo on your forearm won't necessarily keep you from being able to enter the military--seeing as you have it at the time of entrance. However, if you were to get it after you'd joined then it would be frowned upon. Like you, I have a tattoo on my forearm that reaches from my elbow to my wrist. However, I got it before this new policy was enacted. I wouldn't worry about it, man. It will be documented that you got it upon entrance so there's really nothing that can be done about it.
2007-03-11 15:39:01 · answer #2 · answered by heathboy27 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recently read an article in the El Paso times news paper that the regs have been relaxed and that as long as the tat isn't disrespectful or vulgar or racist they are accepting people and they can't be on the face. Check the story on line at El Paso times web site.
2007-03-12 16:44:03 · answer #3 · answered by chell 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All Tattoos must not be seen when wearing the Class A Uniform, which means face, hands, and neck
2007-03-11 15:17:28 · answer #4 · answered by pomme_de_sangstl 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
As long as the tattoo is not above your buttocks with an arrow pointing down and saying "insert here" above the arrow, you should be alright.
2007-03-11 15:20:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My friend is in the Navy, basically all tattoos and piercings have to be in places where they cannot be seen in uniform.
2007-03-11 15:21:35 · answer #6 · answered by Katey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are currently changing the rules on tattoo's. we all have to have our photogrphed by the doc and examined every year. no more tattoo's on the arms neck ect thta can be seen in any uniform.
2007-03-11 17:36:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I imagine "Gay Pride" or Nazi insignia type tattoos might be frowned upon! Just show it to the recruiter, they'll advise you.
2007-03-11 15:24:42 · answer #8 · answered by KirksWorld 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long your daily uniform and dress uniform covers it (which most are long sleeve) it doesnt matter.
2007-03-11 15:59:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, that won't be a problem. There having a hard enough time getting recruits as it is.
2007-03-11 15:15:38 · answer #10 · answered by Third Uncle 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋