Tattoo & Body Piercing
All Dane County tattoo and body piercing facilities (including permanent make-up facilities) must be licensed and inspected each year. We do this to make sure health and safety standards are met to prevent infection and disease.
Look up a health inspection report
- These reports give you information on the conditions we saw at the time of inspection.
- Our reports may not reflect actions the establishment made to correct issues, or the current condition of the business.
Look up health inspection reports
Opening a Tattoo or Body Piercing Establishment
- Read our guide for prospective tattoo and body piercing establishments to learn about the codes, licenses, and general requirements of owning a tattoo or body piercing establishment.
- All tattoo and body piercing activities must occur in a licensed establishment and all tattooists and body piercers must hold a practitioner’s license.
- We’re happy to talk with you before you sign a lease or apply for a license to make sure your establishment meets all health requirements. Call us at 608-242-6515 or email us to talk.
How to Get a Tattoo and Body Piercing License
The City of Madison Clerk's Office handles all tattoo and body piercing establishment licensing fees in Dane County. If you have questions, call 608-242-6515 or email us.
