The only tattoos acceptable on the neck are those on the back of the neck. The 'back' of the neck is defined as being just under the ear lobe and across the back of the head. Throat tattoos on that portion of the neck considered the front, the ear lobe forward are prohibited.

Hank Minitrez

Acceptable Neck Tattoos

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While the Army places trust in the integrity of its Soldiers and leaders, if a Soldier has a questionable case regarding tattoos, he or she should seek the advice of the local commander through the chain of command.

— Hank Minitrez

ArmyIntegrityLeaders

The Army does not have a percentage policy for tattoos. As long as tattoos do not distract from good military order and discipline and are not extremist, racist, sexist or indecent they're permitted.

— Hank Minitrez

I like tattoos. I'm gonna be covered. I'm not going to touch my face or under the chin on the neck: it's my least favorite place.

ChinCoveredFace

Are they going to make them take off all their tattoos?

I got my tattoo. Maybe that's good enough.