Can you have long hair in the FBI?

Must be clean-shaven throughout training. Hair must be of reasonable length without faddish or exaggerated style or color. Men's hair must not be longer than the bottom of the collar, without adornment such as buns, ponytails or braids.
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What disqualifies someone from the FBI?

EMPLOYMENT DISQUALIFIERS

Non-U.S. citizenship. Conviction of a felony (Special Agent candidates only: conviction of a domestic violence misdemeanor or more serious offense) Violation of the FBI Employment Drug Policy (please see below for additional details) Default on a student loan insured by the U.S. Government.
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Is there a dress code for FBI?

FBI agents' dress code varies according to their job profile, taking into account local conditions, traditions, and demands. They typically wear suits 5% of the time. If the agents must be present on court grounds, they will generally get dressed in a suit.
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Can you be fat in the FBI?

There are no weight limits, but agents have to achieve certain requirements in four different exercises depending on their age and gender. The threshold to pass is not nearly as high as it is for military commandos or hostage rescue-team members.
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Does the FBI not like tattoos?

The FBI does have strict rules on physical appearance, especially during training, but they don't specifically ban all tattoos.
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Can FBI agents have dyed hair?

Hair must be of reasonable length without faddish or exaggerated style or color.
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Are FBI agents allowed to date each other?

He states: 'According to Edward Boudt, Principal Legal Advisor for the Cincinnati branch of the FBI, any agent can date whomever they choose, no matter whether the other person is another agent, a supervisor, or any of the support personnel (clerks, paralegal).
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Do FBI agents have to be fit?

You must pass the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) to ensure you will be able to safely and successfully complete training at the FBI Academy and effectively respond to situations on the job. The PFT consists of four main events, with a fifth event only for those in the Tactical Recruitment Program (TRP).
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Are there height and weight requirements for the FBI?

In its "Special Agents" career profile, the Federal Bureau of Investigation website doesn't indicate any height requirements for agents. Agents do have to meet a number of physical and medical requirements, given the physically demanding aspects of the job.
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How do FBI agents stay fit?

The app runs users through the same exercises that special agent candidates must pass and includes tips on form, including video instruction for some exercises. The required exercises for the FBI Physical Fitness Test for agents are sit-ups, push-ups, a 300-meter sprint, and a 1.5-mile run.
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Are tattoos allowed in FBI?

Kellie: Yeah, they are allowed. Now I would suggest that if you're looking to get a tattoo, be very judicious in where you place it, just because the image of the Academy in the FBI is extremely important. So just be judicious in your placement of your tattoo. Stephanie: Okay.
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Can FBI agents wear glasses?

One of the qualifications FBI agents must have is good vision, although it accepts those who correct poor eyesight with glasses, contact lenses or laser surgery.
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Can FBI agents talk about their job?

There's only a very small amount of information that an FBI agent would not be able to share with someone. Unless something or someone is under investigation, we can usually talk about what were working on or have worked on in the past.
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Is it hard to join the FBI?

The FBI accepts fewer than 20% of applicants, making jobs within the bureau highly competitive. Applicants typically begin their candidacy through one of the FBI's various entry programs, all of which are tailored to specific FBI career tracks.
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Does the FBI check Internet history?

Security clearance background investigators do not check your browsing history, read your emails, surveil your every move, bug your telephones, or photograph you commuting to work. That's just not feasible, or allowable.
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Can FBI agents have social media?

While there are no specific regulations prohibiting an FBI agent from having an active Facebook account, social media can directly impact the results of a comprehensive background investigation.
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How long is FBI Academy?

All special agents begin their career at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, for 20 weeks of intensive training at one of the world's finest law enforcement training facilities. During their time there, trainees live on campus and participate in a variety of training activities.
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How old do you have to be to go to FBI Academy?

You must be at least 23 years old at the time of your appointment. You must also be younger than 37, unless you qualify for an age waiver available to veterans.
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How hard is the FBI test?

The FBI has a very difficult recruitment process. The first phase after you submit your application is the FBI Phase 1 Test. If you don't excel on this test you will not be able to continue on with the recruitment process. The FBI test only has a 30% passing rate.
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How hard is FBI fitness test?

The FBI's fitness test seems seriously intense. It's full of timed push-ups and sit-ups, as well as runs of varying lengths. Plus, the fact that you have to attain a certain level of fitness to qualify for a job is intimidating in and of itself.
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Do you get weekends off at FBI Academy?

2. You are free to leave the campus over night on the weekends after two weeks. There is a midnight curfew until then. 3.
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Are FBI agents rich?

Salary: $48,000 to $137,000

On our list of top paying criminal justice careers, FBI agent comes in at number three.
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What percent of FBI agents are female?

Right now, the FBI says overall about 23 percent of its special agents are women, meaning nearly 80 percent are men. This comes at a time when many law enforcement agencies in Washington state and across the country are facing recruitment challenges that include community backlash.
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Can FBI agents drink alcohol?

All federal government agencies have strict drug-free workplace policies and the FBI is no different. But the policy against drug use doesn't address alcohol use. That said, the FBI probably won't tolerate excessive drinking within its ranks because of the problems that can arise.
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