AR 670-1 Guide: Army Uniform & Appearance Regulations
Complete reference for Army Regulation 670-1 and DA PAM 670-1 — the wear and appearance standards for every Army uniform, insignia, award, and grooming rule. Every answer cites the official regulation.
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What is AR 670-1?
AR 670-1 (Army Regulation 670-1) is the U.S. Army regulation governing the wear and appearance of Army uniforms and insignia. It specifies authorized uniforms, grooming standards, insignia placement, awards, and accessories for all Soldiers on active duty, in the Army Reserve, and in the National Guard. DA PAM 670-1 is the accompanying pamphlet with procedural guidance on how to wear each item.
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Insignia & Accoutrements
Rank, branch insignia, unit patches, and shoulder sleeve insignia
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Common Questions About AR 670-1
Answers to the most-asked questions about Army Regulation 670-1 and DA PAM 670-1.
What is AR 670-1?
AR 670-1 (Army Regulation 670-1) is the U.S. Army regulation governing the wear and appearance of Army uniforms and insignia. It specifies authorized uniforms, grooming standards, insignia placement, awards, and accessories for all Soldiers on active duty, in the Army Reserve, and in the National Guard. DA PAM 670-1 is the accompanying pamphlet with procedural guidance on how to wear each item.
What does AR 670-1 cover?
AR 670-1 covers every wear-and-appearance topic: personal grooming (hair, fingernails, tattoos, jewelry), combat and service uniforms, the Army Green Service Uniform (AGSU), physical fitness uniform (APFU), mess and evening uniforms, insignia and accoutrements, awards and badges, accessories (boots, belts, headgear), and uniform wear rules for retirees and civilians.
Where can I find the official AR 670-1 PDF?
The official AR 670-1 and DA PAM 670-1 PDFs are published by Army Publishing Directorate at armypubs.army.mil. Every guide on this site includes a direct link to the specific chapter and section of the official PDF it cites, so you can verify guidance against the source document.
How often is AR 670-1 updated?
AR 670-1 is revised every few years, most recently in 2021. Between revisions, the Army issues Army Directives that update specific policies (for example, facial hair grooming, pregnancy and postpartum, and body composition). This site tracks both the base regulation and the current directives so you see the policy in effect today.
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