Am I allowed to get a tattoo if I am under 18 in Denmark?
No — tattooing people under 18 is forbidden, whatever they want, and even with parental consent. Under the Tattoo Act you can be tattooed at the earliest when you turn 18. It is also forbidden to tattoo the head, neck and hands on anyone, regardless of age. Permanent cosmetic make-up of eyebrows and lips, among others, is allowed with special training. The tattooist must be registered with the authorities and supervised, and the ink must follow the EU chemical rules. Tattooing someone under 18 can bring a fine of at least 10,000 kr.
📋 The rules
- Forbidden to tattoo people under 18
- Applies even with parental consent
- Forbidden to tattoo the head, neck and hands on anyone
- The tattooist must be registered and supervised
- The ink must follow the EU chemical rules
🔓 Exceptions
- Permanent cosmetic make-up of eyebrows, lips and scalp is allowed with special training
- An exception applies to people in a gang-exit programme
- The registration requirement applies to commercial tattooing
⚠️ Penalties & fines
Tattooing a person under 18 or tattooing the head, neck or hands can bring a fine or up to 4 months prison. The first-time fine for tattooing someone under 18 is at least 10,000 kr.
📎 Official sources
- Tattoo Act · Retsinformation →
- Safety Authority · Tattoos not allowed →
- Environment Agency · Tattoo ink →
❓ Frequently asked
Can I get a tattoo if I am under 18?
No. Tattooing people under 18 is forbidden, even with parental consent.
Is there a statutory age limit?
Yes, 18. Parents cannot consent to a minor being tattooed.
Where can I not be tattooed?
On the head, neck and hands. It is forbidden to tattoo these places on anyone, regardless of age.
Must the tattooist be approved?
Yes. The tattooist must be registered with the authorities and supervised, and the ink must follow the EU chemical rules.
What is the penalty for tattooing a minor?
A fine or up to 4 months prison. The first-time fine is at least 10,000 kr.
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