Nevada does not have a statewide tattoo licensing requirement, but individual counties regulate tattoo artists and studios.
Licensing & Training
- Licensing is regulated at the county level; artists must check local requirements.
- Most counties require artists to complete a bloodborne pathogens training course.
- Las Vegas and Reno have strict regulations for tattooing and body art.
Studio & Health Regulations
- Studios must follow county health department regulations and pass health inspections.
- Proper sterilization procedures, including the use of an autoclave, must be followed.
- Disposable needles, gloves, and ink caps must be used.
Age Restrictions
- Nevada has no single statewide rule on tattooing minors — it is set county-by-county. Douglas County bans it outright under 18 regardless of consent, while the Southern Nevada Health District (Clark County) permits ages 14-17 with a parent present. Check your local health district.
For local regulations, visit the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health.
