Military Enlistment Tattoo Policies

Recently, some branches of the United States government have released new protocols regarding tattoos of enlisted men and women. These new policies are making it difficult for people who have visible tattoos to join the military and ultimately risk their lives for our freedom. Although we here at Atlantic Laser Tattoo Removal do not approve of these new standards, we do feel it is our responsibility to inform you of them. Depending on which branch of the military you are enlisting with, your options may be different. Most branches are uniformly using the “no hands, no head, or neck rule”

Here is a list of the different branches and their new policies. If you have any questions regarding these policies, please ask your recruiter for clarification.

Army Tattoo Policies

The Army’s policy prohibits tattoos or brands that might be considered offensive, regardless of where they appear on the body.…
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Navy Tattoo Policies

Four criteria will be used to determine whether tattoos/ body art/ brands are permitted for Navy personnel: content, location, size…
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Coast Guard Tattoo Policies

Tattoos or brands anywhere on the body that promote racism/ discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or sexually…
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Air Force Tattoo Policies

Tattoos/Brands anywhere on the body that are obscene, advocate sexual, racial, ethnic, or religious discrimination are prohibited in and out…
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