Corps amplifies tattoo policy
Last updated 2/4/2010 at Noon

Marine Administrative Message 029/10 is the current official Marine Corps tattoo policy that seeks to balance the personal desires of Marines with their inherent responsibilities to set the example and present a sharp military appearance. The MARADMIN also provides additional clarification to some existing regulations. Any Marine whose tattoos are not within the standards of the current policy must be grandfathered by June 1.
Although body art has increasingly gained social acceptance in America, the US Marine Corps has remained constant in upholding the highest standards amongst its members.
In the tradition of maintaining the utmost in military professionalism, the Corps is continuing to amplify its tattoo policy.
Marine Administrative Message 029/10 is the current official Marine Corps tattoo policy that seeks to balance the personal desires of Marines with their inherent responsibilities to set the example and present a sharp military appearance.
“I understand many tattoos are in good taste and many rep...
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