Tattoo Artist Requirements in Oklahoma

Tattoo Licensing & Training Guide

Oklahoma enforces strict regulations for tattoo artists and studios through the State Department of Health. Licensing & Training Artists must obtain a Tattoo Artist License from the Oklahoma State Department of Health. Completion of a state-approved tattoo apprenticeship program with at least 1,500 hours of training is required. Artists must pass a state licensing exam covering health and safety regulations. Studio & Health Regulations All tattoo studios must have a Body Art Establishment License and pass annual health inspections. Strict sanitation and sterilization requirements must be followed, including autoclave sterilization for all reusable equipment. Studios must provide written aftercare instructions to clients. Age Restrictions Minors under 18 years old cannot receive tattoos, even with parental consent. For official licensing details, visit the Oklahoma State Department of Health.

Oklahoma enforces strict regulations for tattoo artists and studios through the State Department of Health.

Licensing & Training

• Artists must obtain a Tattoo Artist License from the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
• Completion of a state-approved tattoo apprenticeship program with at least 1,500 hours of training is required.
• Artists must pass a state licensing exam covering health and safety regulations.

Studio & Health Regulations

• All tattoo studios must have a Body Art Establishment License and pass annual health inspections.
• Strict sanitation and sterilization requirements must be followed, including autoclave sterilization for all reusable equipment.
• Studios must provide written aftercare instructions to clients.

Age Restrictions

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

For official licensing details, visit the Oklahoma State Department of Health.