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Tattoo Artist Licensure

Environmental Health

Tattoo artist licensure is required for:

  • Persons who tattoo the body of another human
  • Persons who practice cosmetic tattooing, permanent make-up, microblading, or micropigmentation
  • Students/apprentices who tattoo other humans as part of their tattoo training
  • Tattoo or permanent makeup artists licensed outside of Florida

A tattoo artist license requires the following:

  • A completed Application for Tattoo Artist License ($90 fee)
    • Application must be completed with the name of the licensed tattoo establishment where the tattoo artist will perform tattooing or intends to perform tattooing.
    • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age
  • A copy of a government-issued photo ID 
  • Completion of the required bloodborne pathogen and communicable diseases course for tattoo artist (minimum of 70% score required) 
    • Submit Certificate of Completion

How to Renew a Tattoo Artist License

To renew a tattoo artist license, please submit an Application for Tattoo Artist License ($90 renewal fee) and be sure to check “Renewal” at the top of the application.

  • Application must be completed with the name of the licensed tattoo establishment where the tattoo artist will perform tattooing or intends to perform tattooing.

How to Reactivate an Expired Tattoo Artist License

To reactivate an expired tattoo artist license, artists must submit a completed Application for Tattoo Artist License ($114 reactivation fee). Please note that applications must be submitted to the county health department where you reside, regardless of where you work.

Applications from Leon County residents can be mailed to or submitted in person at:

Environmental Public Health
2965 Major James Morgan Jr Way
Tallahassee, FL 32304