Air Force Recruiter Ribbon

BACK DEVICE(s)

Description:

1. The ribbon is awarded to Air Force members (officer (83R0) and enlisted (8R000)) upon successful completion of recruiting duty. The period of eligibility for the ribbon is 21 June 2000 to 3 September 2014.
2. Completion of recruiting duties on or after 4 September 2014 is recognized with an Air Force Special Duty Ribbon.
3. Exception. The 36-month tour length requirement for the Air Force Recruiter Ribbon is waived for members who served at least 24 months in a recruiting duty as of 3 September 2014. These members may be awarded the Air Force Recruiter Ribbon.
4. Eligibility On or Before 3 September 2014.
   • Wear of the ribbon becomes permanent after successful completion of 36 months of duty as an Air Force Recruiter.
   • On or After 21 September 2006. Members are authorized to wear the Air Force Recruiting Ribbon upon 3-years of successful recruiting duty.
   • From 21 June 2000 to 20 September 2006. Members are authorized to wear the Air Force Recruiting Ribbon on a temporary basis while performing recruiting duty immediately upon graduation from Air Force Recruiting School.
5. An oak leaf cluster is awarded for every 3 additional years of recruiting duty.