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Joining the military and removing piercings?

Asked by coco11207 about 1 year ago, 3 answers.

I'm planning on joining the Marine Corps after high school, and I was wondering if I would have to Remove my piercings?

I have Pierced:: Tongue, Nose, Labret, and 6 on my ears, and a size 4 Gauge on both ears.

But would I have to remove my piercings?

Answered by dillonsmommy1023 on Mar 13, 2008, 02:46PM
272 answers

Yeah, sorry but you would.

Answered by sombra408 on Mar 13, 2008, 03:12PM

I was in the Marine Corps right out of highschool at 19. I had both ears pierced and yes you will have to take all of them out. Just the fact that you had piercings is enough of a reason for the Drill Instructors to give you Sh!t. The gauge 4 is something you'll have to talk to your local recruiter about. Having holes once they are removed might not go over to well with them. Hope this helps...Semper Fi!!!