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Tattoo Establishment Licensure
Environmental Health
- 850-895-8360
- LeonFacilities@FLhealth.gov
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Mailing Address
2965 Major James Morgan Jr Way
Tallahassee, FL 32304
All Florida tattoo establishments must be licensed to operate in the state of Florida. Licensure of a tattoo establishment requires the following steps:
- Complete and submit an Application for Tattoo Establishment License ($215 fee)
- Pass inspection in compliance with sections 381.00771 - 381.00791, Florida Statutes, "The Practice of Tattooing" and Chapter 64E-28, Florida Administrative Code
- Register business name with the Florida Department of State
- Complete Biomedical Waste Permit application
Applications for Leon County tattoo establishments can be mailed to or submitted in person at:
Environmental Public Health
2965 Major James Morgan Jr Way
Tallahassee, FL 32304
Please note: having anyone tattooing in your establishment that does not have an artist license will subject you to a fine and revocation of your tattoo establishment license.
Additional Resources
For more information on tattoo establishment inspection requirements, please review the Guide for Tattoo Establishment Operational Requirements.
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