These statutes are subject to change and modification.  The Society does not warrant the accuracy or status of either the statutes or regulations.  Anyone examining this site should review their own state statutes or regulations for information.  These statutes and regulations may not be reviewed for content or accuracy.  Publication of this information is educational only and does not constitute legal advice.

Know of updated information or have a suggestion?  Let us know!

1. Licensing Oregon Health Licensing Office Link:
   https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/HLO/Pages/Board-Body-Art-Practitioners-Tattoo-Artists-License.aspx
2. Menu of tattoo artist information including how to apply for a license.
   https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/HLO/Pages/Board-Body-Art-Practitioners-Tattoo-Artists-Information.aspx
3. Oversight/Rules:
   https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/displayDivisionRules.action?selectedDivision=1203

Other Considerations:
Completion of approved training program including 360 hours of training (210 theory/150 practical), chair side supervision under a licensed tattoo artist.Must have documentation showing a minimum of 50 completed procedures (which means “a tattoo that has been finished, including any touchups or additional work following initial healing and the client is released from service”)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/HLO/Pages/Board-Body-Art-Practitioners-Tattoo-Artists-License.aspx (Training Required)