VA DPOR Tattooing Regulations 2023
Apprenticeship Program - ANSWER-approved tattooing training program conducted by an approved
apprenticeship sponsor.
Apprenticeship Sponsor - ANSWER-An individual approved to conduct tattooing apprenticeship training
who meets the qualifications in 18VAC41-50-70
Aseptic Technique - ANSWER-a hygienic practice that prevents and hinders the direct transfer of
microorganisms, regardless of pathogenicity, from one person or place to another person or place.
Direct Supervision - ANSWER-Virginia licensed tattooer shall be present in the tattoo parlor at all times
when services are being performed by an apprentice, that a Virginia licensed tattooing instructor shall be
present in the tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a student, or that a
Virginia licensed permanent cosmetic tattooing instructor shall be present in the permanent cosmetic
tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a student.
Endorsement - ANSWER-A method of obtaining a license by a person who is currently licensed in
another state.
Gratuitous Services - ANSWER-Providing tattooing services without receiving compensation or reward, or
obligation
Licensee - ANSWER-any person, partnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation
holding a license issued by the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology as defined in § 54.1-700 of the Code
of Virginia.
Limited Term Tattooer - ANSWER-Tattooer licensed to perform tattooing for a maximum of five
consecutive days in an organized event or in a Virginia licensed tattoo parlor.
Limited Term Tattoo Parlor - ANSWER-A tattoo parlor temporary location licensed to operate for a
maximum of five consecutive days.
Apprenticeship Program - ANSWER-approved tattooing training program conducted by an approved
apprenticeship sponsor.
Apprenticeship Sponsor - ANSWER-An individual approved to conduct tattooing apprenticeship training
who meets the qualifications in 18VAC41-50-70
Aseptic Technique - ANSWER-a hygienic practice that prevents and hinders the direct transfer of
microorganisms, regardless of pathogenicity, from one person or place to another person or place.
Direct Supervision - ANSWER-Virginia licensed tattooer shall be present in the tattoo parlor at all times
when services are being performed by an apprentice, that a Virginia licensed tattooing instructor shall be
present in the tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a student, or that a
Virginia licensed permanent cosmetic tattooing instructor shall be present in the permanent cosmetic
tattooing school at all times when services are being performed by a student.
Endorsement - ANSWER-A method of obtaining a license by a person who is currently licensed in
another state.
Gratuitous Services - ANSWER-Providing tattooing services without receiving compensation or reward, or
obligation
Licensee - ANSWER-any person, partnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation
holding a license issued by the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology as defined in § 54.1-700 of the Code
of Virginia.
Limited Term Tattooer - ANSWER-Tattooer licensed to perform tattooing for a maximum of five
consecutive days in an organized event or in a Virginia licensed tattoo parlor.
Limited Term Tattoo Parlor - ANSWER-A tattoo parlor temporary location licensed to operate for a
maximum of five consecutive days.
