Can I enlist in the military with colorblindness?

Has anyone on here managed to enlist in any branch of the military despite having colorblindness? I've been wanting to join the military after high school, but I'm not sure if my colorblindness will hinder my options. Appreciate the help.

In general, having colorblindness doesn't necessarily disqualify you from all military service, although it can limit the roles for which you are eligible. Each branch of the U.S. military has different requirements, but the majority of them do require normal color vision for many positions.

The U.S. Army, for instance, can waive some color vision requirements, but certain jobs might be off-limits. For example, roles like special forces or air defense artillery require normal color vision. However, there are Army jobs that allow for colorblind servicemen and servicewomen.

Similarly, for the U.S. Marine Corps, you cannot be fully colorblind, but they do allow individuals with low degrees of color vision deficiency to enlist.

The U.S. Navy and Air Force are known to be stricter. Pilots, air traffic controllers, and certain other roles require normal color vision. However, there are still many positions available in these branches for those with colorblindness.

However, the Coast Guard currently does not allow individuals with colorblindness to serve due to the nature of their work, which often involves identifying colored signals and flags.

With regard to the newest branch, the U.S. Space Force, the requirements are still aligned with those of the Air Force, given its recent establishment.

The best course of action would be to check with a military recruiter or MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) for the most accurate and up-to-date information tailored to your specific situation.

Remember, though, that while colorblindness might limit your options in some areas, there are still many ways to serve your country in the military.