Florida Requirements for Minors Getting Tattoos or Body Piercings (Plus the Consent Forms You’ll Need)
In Florida, minors (anyone under 18) can only get tattooed or pierced under specific legal conditions. This guide explains what the law requires, which consent form you need, and how a notary (like Bossred) fits into the process.
Florida Law at a Glance
Tattoos: Under 16, tattooing is prohibited except for medical/dental reasons performed by a licensed medical professional. Ages 16–17 may receive tattoos only if a parent/legal guardian is present, both show government ID, and the parent/guardian provides written notarized consent using the Florida Department of Health (DOH) format.
Body Piercing: A minor may not be pierced without written notarized consent from a parent/legal guardian. Minors under 16 must also be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian.
Recordkeeping: Tattoo establishments must retain each notarized consent provided for a minor client.
This article is informational only, not legal advice. Confirm any studio-specific rules and check the current Florida statutes/DOH guidance.
Which Consent Form Do I Need?
For Tattoos (ages 16–17)
Use the DOH’s official form:
Written Notarized Consent for Tattooing of a Minor (PDF)
➡️ https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/tattooing/_documents/Notarized_Minor_Consent.pdf
For Body Piercing (all minors)
Use the DOH template:
Written Notarized Consent for Body Piercing of a Minor (PDF)
➡️ https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/body-piercing/_documents/notarized-parental-consent.pdf
What to Bring to the Appointment
Government-issued photo ID for the minor and the parent/legal guardian (driver’s license, passport).
Proof of relationship (birth certificate, court guardianship documents), as applicable.
The completed consent form (tattoo or piercing) signed in front of a notary (or signed and then acknowledged before a notary at the time of notarization).
Step-by-Step: How It Works
1. Download the right form:
2. Complete but don’t sign yet: Fill the form fully. The parent/guardian must sign in front of a notary.
3. Meet a notary (Bossred can come to you if you prefer): We verify identity, witness the signature, and complete the notarial certificate.
4. Bring everything to the studio: IDs for both parties, notarized form, and proof of relationship.
How Bossred Notary Can Help
Mobile notarization: We can meet you at home, work, or even directly at the tattoo/piercing studio.
Online notarization (RON): Available when permitted and accepted by the studio.
Form pre-check: We review for completeness before notarization to save you time.
Visit our office: You’re also welcome to come to us.
Need a Consent Form Notarized?
Bossred offers mobile, online, and in-office notarization.
