To carry out skin piercing or tattooing you need a licence. Generally, a licence is required if you carry out:
- tattooing (including semi-permanent and micropigmentation)
- cosmetic body piercing
- ear piercing
- acupuncture
- electrolysis
How to apply
Skin piercing or tattooing licence application forms are available to download:
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Application form for a new or renewal of a Skin piercing and tattooing licence
DOCX file, 86 KB
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Certificate of Compliance
DOCX file, 23.2 KB
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Change of address form
DOCX file, 23.6 KB
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Skin Piercing and Tattooing Notice
DOCX file, 24 KB
You can also get application forms by contacting us: