Tattoo Artist Requirements in Iowa

Tattoo Licensing & Training Guide

Iowa has strict tattoo licensing laws, requiring artists and studios to be registered. Licensing & Training Artists must obtain a Tattoo Technician License from the Iowa Department of Public Health. Completion of a bloodborne pathogens training course is required. Tattoo apprenticeships are not required but are encouraged. Studio & Health Standards All tattoo shops must be licensed and undergo annual health inspections. Strict sanitation practices, including autoclave sterilization, are required. Single-use needles, gloves, and ink cups must be used. Age Restrictions Minors under 18 years old cannot receive tattoos, even with parental consent. For more details, visit the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Iowa has strict tattoo licensing laws, requiring artists and studios to be registered.

Licensing & Training

• Artists must obtain a Tattoo Technician License from the Iowa Department of Public Health.
• Completion of a bloodborne pathogens training course is required.
• Tattoo apprenticeships are not required but are encouraged.

Studio & Health Standards

• All tattoo shops must be licensed and undergo annual health inspections.
• Strict sanitation practices, including autoclave sterilization, are required.
• Single-use needles, gloves, and ink cups must be used.

Age Restrictions

• Minors under 18 years old cannot receive tattoos, even with parental consent.

For more details, visit the Iowa Department of Public Health.