Tattoo Program and Regulations

The Tattoo (Body Art) Program, implemented by the Florida Department of Health, requires the licensure of tattoo artists and tattoo establishments. It sets forth educational requirements and standards of practice for conventional and cosmetic tattoo artists, as well as operational requirements for tattoo establishments. It is designed to protect the public from the risks associated with potentially infectious biomedical waste.

The governing authority for this program is Florida Statute 381.00771-381.00791 and Florida Administrative Code 64E-28.

Annual Inspections

Annual Licenses and Permits are required to be purchased by tattoo artists, guest tattoo artists, and the tattoo establishment itself.

Tattoo Establishment Permit Application 

Guest Tattoo Artist Permit Application 

Tattoo Artist Permit Application

Zoning Request Form