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Tattoo Establishment Licensure Requirements
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All Florida tattoo establishments require a license to operate in the state of Florida. Licensure of a tattoo establishment requires submission of the following items:
- Completed Application for Tattoo Establishment License
- 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
- Completed Biomedical Waste Permit
Submit all forms/fees to the county health department where your business is located.
If additional requirements are needed locally, contact city/county for potential business tax receipt, or other operating needs.
Guide for Tattoo Establishment Operational Requirements - Assists in understanding the operational requirements for a tattoo establishment and what is required to pass an inspection.
- Temporary tattoo establishments must meet the same operational requirements of a tattoo establishment, including handsinks, as well as the requirements of Chapter 64E-28, F.A.C.
- Temporary establishment licenses are issued in conjunction with a convention or other similar event and cannot exceed 14 consecutive days.
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