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Army Overseas Service Ribbon

The Army Overseas Service Ribbon is awarded to U.S. Army Soldiers who successfully complete a qualifying overseas tour of duty. Established in 1981, it recognizes dedicated military service at overseas duty stations worldwide and is one of the Army’s most frequently awarded service ribbons.

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The Army Overseas Service Ribbon recognizes United States Army personnel who successfully complete a standard overseas tour of duty. Established in 1981, the ribbon honors Soldiers who serve at overseas duty stations around the world, including Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and other international assignments.

The ribbon is awarded upon completion of a qualifying overseas tour as defined by Army regulations. Tour lengths vary by location and assignment type, with both accompanied and unaccompanied tours eligible for recognition. Additional awards of the Army Overseas Service Ribbon are denoted by bronze award numerals worn on the ribbon.

The Army Overseas Service Ribbon is an important symbol of dedication, global service, and commitment to supporting Army missions abroad. It remains one of the most commonly awarded service ribbons in the U.S. Army and is authorized for wear on Army uniforms in accordance with military award regulations.

  • Type:

    Military service ribbon

  • Awarded for:

    Successful completion of a qualifying overseas Army tour of duty

  • Presented by:

    United States Department of the Army

  • Eligibility:

    Members of the United States Army, including Active Duty, Army Reserve, and Army National Guard personnel who complete a qualifying overseas tour

  • Status:

    Currently awarded

  • Established:

    10 April 1981

  • First awarded:

    August 1981

  • Last awarded:

    Present

  • Total recipients:

    Unknown (not officially published; awarded to hundreds of thousands of Soldiers since 1981)