Tattoo Artist Requirements in Arizona

Tattoo Licensing & Training Guide

Arizona has minimal tattoo artist licensing requirements, but county health departments regulate tattoo studios. Licensing & Regulations Arizona does not require tattoo artists to have a state license. However, tattoo shops must comply with local health regulations set by **county health departments**. Many counties mandate that tattoo artists complete a bloodborne pathogens training course. Studio & Health Standards Artists must use single-use needles and disposable gloves. Tattoo studios must meet infection control standards and provide proper handwashing facilities. Aftercare instructions must be given to all clients. Age Restrictions Tattooing minors under 18 years old is illegal without parental consent. Even with consent, some tattoo types (e.g., facial tattoos) may be restricted. For local regulations, check with your county health department or visit the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Arizona has minimal tattoo artist licensing requirements, but county health departments regulate tattoo studios.

Licensing & Regulations

• Arizona does not require tattoo artists to have a state license.
• However, tattoo shops must comply with local health regulations set by **county health departments**.
• Many counties mandate that tattoo artists complete a bloodborne pathogens training course.

Studio & Health Standards

• Artists must use single-use needles and disposable gloves.
• Tattoo studios must meet infection control standards and provide proper handwashing facilities.
• Aftercare instructions must be given to all clients.

Age Restrictions

• Tattooing minors under 18 years old is illegal without parental consent.
• Even with consent, some tattoo types (e.g., facial tattoos) may be restricted.

For local regulations, check with your county health department or visit the Arizona Department of Health Services.