VA DPOR Tattooing Regulations
Questions With Answers
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.
Master Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer - ANSWER- Any person who for compensation
practices permanent cosmetic tattooing known in the industry as advanced permanent
cosmetic tattooing including but not limited to cheek blush, eye shadow, breast and scar
repigmentation or camouflage.
