Piercing, tattooing and electrolysis licences
How to register with us, complete an application and pay a fee before passing an inspection.
The following types of skin piercing practitioners must be registered with us:
- acupuncture
- tattooing
- cosmetic piercing
- electrolysis
- semi permanent skin colouring
To become registered you must complete an application form, pay a fee and pass an inspection.
The applicant must ensure that the procedures, equipment and facilities used are safe, hygienic, prevent the spread of disease and comply fully with the general duty of care required by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 as well as our byelaws.
Piercing, tattooing and electrolysis licences - Lewes District Council
How to apply
Many of our licences can be applied for online on the GOV.UK website. You will need to register or log in then follow the instructions on the site to complete your registration.
Fees
- Acupuncture, tattooing ear piercing and electrolysis (Personal) £115
- Acupuncture, tattooing ear piercing and electrolysis (Premises) £179
- Acupuncture, tattooing ear piercing and electrolysis (Premises + Personal) £294
- Amendment to registered premises - no charge
- Replacement encapsulated certificate - no charge
Piercing, tattooing and electrolysis licences - Eastbourne Borough Council
How to apply
To apply for a licence you will need to fill in the online form:
Fees
- Acupuncture, tattooing ear piercing and electrolysis (Personal) £115
- Acupuncture, tattooing ear piercing and electrolysis (Premises) £179
- Acupuncture, tattooing ear piercing and electrolysis (Premises + Personal) £294
- Amendment to registered premises - no charge
- Replacement encapsulated certificate - no charge
Piercing, tattooing and electrolysis licences - Lewes District Council [READY FOR PORTAL links]
How to apply
This licence can be applied for online on our new Public Health and Licensing (PHL) portal.
Fees
- Registration fee (premises) £147
- Registration fee (operator) £94.50
Important information about starting your application
- Starting this application for the first time will prompt you to register for My Account.
- You should then follow the instructions on the site to complete your registration with the PHL portal.
- Once you are registered you will be able to login to the portal through My Account at any time.
- Read more guidance and details about the PHL portal.
