Tattoo Artist Requirements in Missouri

Tattoo Licensing & Training Guide

Missouri has specific licensing requirements for tattoo artists and body art studios. Licensing & Training Artists must obtain a Body Art Practitioner License from the Missouri Division of Professional Registration. Completion of a bloodborne pathogens training course is required. Applicants must complete a 300-hour apprenticeship under a licensed tattoo artist. Studio & Health Regulations Studios must be licensed and inspected by the Missouri Department of Health. Strict sanitation procedures must be followed, including proper sterilization of equipment. Studios must keep detailed records of all procedures. Age Restrictions Minors under 18 years old require notarized parental consent to get a tattoo. For licensing details, visit the Missouri Division of Professional Registration.

Missouri has specific licensing requirements for tattoo artists and body art studios.

Licensing & Training

• Artists must obtain a Body Art Practitioner License from the Missouri Division of Professional Registration.
• Completion of a bloodborne pathogens training course is required.
• Applicants must complete a 300-hour apprenticeship under a licensed tattoo artist.

Studio & Health Regulations

• Studios must be licensed and inspected by the Missouri Department of Health.
• Strict sanitation procedures must be followed, including proper sterilization of equipment.
• Studios must keep detailed records of all procedures.

Age Restrictions

• Minors under 18 years old require notarized parental consent to get a tattoo.

For licensing details, visit the Missouri Division of Professional Registration.