Member Standards
MCVA Uniform Regulations
Official uniform standards, authorized dress guidelines, and downloadable regulations for all Marine Corps Veterans Association members.
Official Standards
Uniform Standards & Wear Policy
The Marine Corps Veterans Association maintains strict uniform standards that honor the traditions of the United States Marine Corps. All members are expected to wear their uniforms with pride, precision, and in accordance with the official MCVA Uniform Regulations.
Proper uniform wear reflects the discipline and professionalism that defines the Marine Corps. Members representing MCVA at public events, ceremonies, and official functions must adhere to these standards at all times.
The uniform items listed below are authorized for wear at MCVA functions. Members are encouraged to download the full uniform regulations document for complete guidance on wear occasions, authorized modifications, and inspection standards.
Authorized Dress
Uniform Types
Dress Blues
The highest tradition of Marine Corps service, worn at formal ceremonies and memorial events.
Ceremonial
Worn at official ceremonies, parades, and formal MCVA functions representing Corps traditions.
Formal
The official navy blazer with MCVA emblem, worn at formal events and official functions.
Winter Jacket
Authorized for cold weather events and ceremonies, featuring MCVA emblem in gray with maroon and gold accents.
Casual
The authorized MCVA white polo shirt with emblem, worn with black slacks and cover at informal events and community functions.
What You'll Wear
Uniform Components
MCVA Cover (Hat)
Official MCVA cover with emblem, worn at all formal and ceremonial functions.
Navy Blue Blazer
Official MCVA navy blazer with embroidered association emblem on left breast pocket.
White Dress Shirt
Long-sleeve white dress shirt, pressed and worn with MCVA tie.
MCVA Tie
Official MCVA necktie in scarlet and gold, worn with the navy blazer.
Gray Dress Slacks
Official gray dress slacks, pressed with a sharp crease, worn with black dress shoes.
Black Dress Shoes
Black leather dress shoes, highly polished, worn with black dress socks.
MCVA Lapel Pin
Official MCVA lapel pin worn on the left lapel of the blazer.
Medals & Ribbons
Authorized military medals and ribbons may be worn on the blazer in accordance with USMC regulations.
Name Tag
Official MCVA name tag worn on the right breast of the blazer.
White Gloves
White dress gloves authorized for color guard and ceremonial duties.
Resources
Uniform Regulation Downloads
Download the official MCVA uniform regulations and membership forms below.
MCVA Uniform Regulations
Complete official uniform regulations including wear occasions, authorized items, inspection standards, and modification guidelines.
Membership & Uniform Order Form
Official MCVA membership application and uniform order form. Complete and submit to your chapter administrator.
Dress Blues Restrictions
Veterans, former members of the Marine Corps who served honorably during a declared or undeclared war and whose most recent service was terminated under honorable conditions (this means an honorable or general discharge) may wear the uniform in the highest grade held during such war service only upon the following occasions and in the course of travel incident thereto:
- (1)Military funerals, memorial services, weddings, and inaugurals.
- (2)Parades on national or state holidays; or other parades or ceremonies of a patriotic character in which any active or reserve United States military unit is taking part.
Former Marines who are discharged honorably or under honorable conditions from the Marine Corps (even if it's not during wartime service) may wear their uniform while going from the place of discharge to their home of record, within three months after discharge.
Wearing of the uniform or any part thereof at any other time or for any purpose is prohibited.
Note: To upload the actual PDF files, contact your chapter administrator or email [email protected].