Skin Piercing & Tattooing

To run any form of skin piercing or tattooing business including acupuncture, ear and body piercing and electrolysis (whether from premises or mobile), you will require a licence.

There are strict standards set for obtaining a licence and you should read all the documentation and Licence Conditions.  These standards have reference to the premises, facilities and equipment.

Some persons may be exempt from obtaining a licence e.g. a regulated health care professional.

The application form is available to download from the Documents Section of this page.  The completed application from must be lodged with the appropriate fee.  The fee list is available on the Civic Licensing Main Page.