Tattoo Artist / Vermont
2026 data Vermont board official source

Vermont Tattoo Artist License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Performs tattooing and permanent makeup. Licensed in most states.

What the Vermont data shows for Tattoo Artists

Vermont's path to tattoo artist licensure runs through 1,500 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on a state-approved exam, plus a criminal history screening. Vermont folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Cosmetology School".

The initial price tag is $75 every 2 years. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Vermont, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

Vermont evaluates out-of-state credentials case-by-case rather than through a published reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

C-
Licensing Ease Score
53/100
Tattoo Artist · Vermont

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
1,500 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee B+
$75
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Vermont

Education / Training Hours
Cosmetology School
1,500 hours
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$75
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Vermont licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Tattoo Artist in Vermont? ▼
In Vermont, the license path calls for 1500 education/training hours, a passing exam score, and a $75 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Tattoo Artist in Vermont? ▼
To become a licensed tattoo artist in Vermont, you must meet the state's requirements including 1500 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Vermont licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Tattoo Artist license to Vermont from another state? ▼
Vermont evaluates out-of-state tattoo artist licenses on a case-by-case basis. Many professions are covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability. Contact the Vermont licensing board for specific reciprocity details.
Does Vermont require a background check for Tattoo Artist licensing? ▼
Vermont does require a background check before issuing a tattoo artist license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.

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Tattoo Artist in Vermont is one requirement row in a tattoo artist-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Vermont's tattoo artist requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Tattoo Artist in every state
  • Read the general portability rules before moving an existing license to a new state. Transfer guide
  • See how Vermont's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Vermont overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Vermont licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.