In general the uniformed officers of the Gibraltar force follow British police models in their dress.

On foot patrol, male constables and sergeants, like their counterparts in England and Wales, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Man and Bermuda, wear the traditional headgear of the "bobby on the beat", correctly known as the "custodian helmet", which is similar to some Army helmets and was adopted by the Metropolitan Police in London in 1863 to replace the top hat formerly worn, other forces then following suit.

The helmet is traditionally made of cork covered outside by felt or serge-like material that matches the tunic.

This decision was reverted in 2018 by the force's new Commissioner Ian McGrail, who believed that the designation was not representative of the post’s position.

[9] The role of the RGP Marine Section is to enforce the law in British Gibraltar Territorial Waters and this often includes co-operation with other local and international agencies.

[10] The RGP Marine Section plays a vital role in anti-drug smuggling operations for the local area.

Vehicles carry the UK police 'battenburg' style livery, with blue flashing lights and sirens.