Introduction

A tattoo master licence allows you to carry on a body art tattooing business in NSW.

If you hold a master licence for the premises and you also perform tattooing procedures at the same premises, you do not need a separate tattooist licence.

Eligibility

To apply for a tattoo master licence, you must:

  • be an individual and at least 18 years of age
  • be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen
  • not be a controlled member of a declared organisation under the Crimes (Criminal Organisations Control) Act 2012
  • not be a member of a prescribed criminal organisation or have been a member in the previous 12 months.

What you need

  • copies of 2 types of acceptable identification documents for yourself
  • the PDF form – Nomination of Premises Manager
  • for each close associate (if applicable):
    • the PDF form – Close Associate Consent
    • 3 types of acceptable identification documents
  • your application fee.

Note: Tattoo industry licensing information including additional forms, application fees and acceptable identification documents, is available at Tattoo Industry Licences - NSW Police Force.

How to apply

  1. Check the eligibility requirements.
  2. Gather your documents.
  3. Select the 'Apply online' button.
  4. Follow the prompts to submit your application.
Last updated: 3 September 2024

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