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Free tattoo consent form template

A plain, printable tattoo consent and release form your studio can use today. It covers the client's details, ID check, health questions, the statements they agree to, and a guardian section for clients under 18.

or use it as a signable online form
tattoo consent & release formStudio: ____________
Full legal name
Date of birth
Phone
Email
ID type checked
Placement and size
Artist

Health

Allergies (latex, metals, inks, ointments)
Medications, including blood thinners
Conditions (diabetes, heart, bleeding, skin, epilepsy, other)
Pregnant or nursing?

Initial each statement

I am not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
I have told the studio about any medical conditions, allergies or medications that could affect the work or healing.
I understand the work may cause pain, swelling, bleeding or infection, and that results vary.
I have received aftercare instructions and understand that following them is my responsibility.
I understand the work is permanent or may leave a mark, and removal is not guaranteed.
I have approved the design, placement, size and spelling before the work begins.
I understand colors may look different on my skin and can fade over time.
Client signature
Date

Parent or guardian (client under 18)

Guardian name
Relationship
ID type checked
Guardian signature
Date

Template from studiosigned. Not legal advice; check your local rules.

What's on this form

  • Client details: full legal name, date of birth, contact details, and the ID they showed you.
  • The work: placement, size and the artist doing it.
  • Health questions: allergies, medications (including blood thinners), medical conditions, and pregnancy or nursing.
  • Agreement statements the client ticks one by one: sober, health disclosed, risks understood, aftercare received, design and spelling approved, permanence understood.
  • Client signature and date, plus a parent or guardian name, relationship and signature when the client is under 18.

How to use it

Print a stack, or save it as a PDF and fill it on a tablet. Have the client fill in every line before you set up, check their ID against the name and date of birth, and keep the signed copy with the date of the session.

If the client is a minor, check that your area allows the work at all, and what proof of guardianship it asks for. Some places ban tattooing minors outright, even with consent.

Keep the signed copies

Most health departments expect studios to keep consent forms for a set number of years, and to show them on inspection. File them by date or client name so you can find one fast. See our guide on how long to keep tattoo client records.

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