Get licensing information for tattoo, piercing or permanent make-up services.
We inspect and license all La Crosse County tattoo and body piercing facilities
All La Crosse County tattoo and body piercing facilities (including permanent make-up facilities) must be licensed and inspected each year. We do this to make sure health and safety standards are met to prevent infection and disease.
Thinking of opening a tattoo or body piercing establishment?
How to get your tattoo or body piercing establishment licensed
Step 1: Apply for a license. Contact us for a Permit License Application for a license to operate.
Step 2: Once you have submitted your application and paid your fees, contact us to schedule a pre-licensing inspection.
Step 3: Once the application is submitted, fees are paid, and pre-licensing inspection is completed, a permit will be issued. Your license must be approved before you can operate.
If you have any questions, call us at 608-785-9771 or email us at [email protected].
Resources
Tattoo and Body Piercing Establishment Code
How to get your practitioner license
Tattooist and Body Piercer Application
Tattooist and Body Piercer Renewal Form
Health Department Office Location
2nd Floor, 300 4th St. N.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Main Business Phone: 608-785-9872
Email:
[email protected]
In a public health emergency call 911
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Office Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday-Friday; some service hours may vary
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