Will I be made to sign a waiver before enlisting due to multiple tattoos (all hidden by clothing)?

Zachary S. — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 01:01:48 -0400

Response by SPC Miguel C. made Apr 7 at 2016 7:33 AM

SPC Miguel C. — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 07:33:26 -0400

Most likely. However, your recruiter should be able to provide you with accurate information as generally speaking you disclose this information when you begin the enlistment process. When I signed my contract back in November, a guy who failed to disclose a tattoo (minimal in size, by the way) under his armpit, was rejected by the MEPS personnel.

So.. Talk to your recruiter!

Response by SN Greg Wright made Apr 7 at 2016 6:09 PM

SN Greg Wright — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 18:09:55 -0400

Regardless, be proud of yourself for being willing to step up and serve.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2016 8:25 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 08:25:52 -0400

The regulation on tattoos seems to change frequently. However, currently the amount of tattoos does not matter as long as there are none on or below your wrist, head, or neck. Also keep in mind they cannot be gang related, nudity, sexist, racist or any other extremesist type dialog. Currently if they are within those guidelines you will not need a waiver. However if they are not, you will. How that helps answer your question.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2016 1:58 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 19 Apr 2016 13:58:23 -0400

The regulations for 670-1 have changed a lot recently. Under the most recent changes tattoos that are visible when when wearing short sleeve APFU and shorts require documentation. If your ink is all above the bicep, below the neck, and above the thigh there shouldn't be any complications

Response by PVT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 18 at 2016 12:32 AM

PVT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 18 Sep 2016 00:32:06 -0400

Will this be an issue getting in the army?