Tattoo Artist Requirements in Pennsylvania

Tattoo Licensing & Training Guide

Pennsylvania does not have a statewide tattoo licensing requirement, but local health departments regulate tattooing. Licensing & Training Licensing requirements vary by county and city; check with local health authorities. Most counties require artists to complete a bloodborne pathogens training course. Some areas require a Body Art Technician License. Studio & Health Regulations Studios must obtain a health department permit and pass regular inspections. Strict sanitation protocols must be followed, including proper sterilization of equipment. All tattooing equipment must be single-use or autoclave sterilized. Age Restrictions Minors under 18 years old require written parental consent in most areas. For more details, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

Pennsylvania does not have a statewide tattoo licensing requirement, but local health departments regulate tattooing.

Licensing & Training

• Licensing requirements vary by county and city; check with local health authorities.
• Most counties require artists to complete a bloodborne pathogens training course.
• Some areas require a Body Art Technician License.

Studio & Health Regulations

• Studios must obtain a health department permit and pass regular inspections.
• Strict sanitation protocols must be followed, including proper sterilization of equipment.
• All tattooing equipment must be single-use or autoclave sterilized.

Age Restrictions

• Minors under 18 years old require written parental consent in most areas.

For more details, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Health.