ARTIST CHECKLIST
ARTIST CHECK LIST
We want to keep this easy for everyone — here's what attending artists will need before the fun begins!
THE IMPORTANT LEGAL STUFF
A current and valid tattoo license or permit from another state that has requirements which meet the minimum requirements of South Carolina's regulation
Copies of Certificates of successful completion of training courses in:
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Bloodborne Pathogens
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Tattoo Infection Control
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First-Aid
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Adult CPR​​
First-Aid & CPR Training is available online through the American Red Cross.
See the full list of approved training courses here.
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For more information, please visit the SC Department of Health & Environmental Control Tattoo Website or call their office at 803-545-4370.
VISA INFORMATION
International artists MAY need to apply for a Visitors Visa to attend the convention. Others may qualify for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), depending on their home country.
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Canadian Artists usually do NOT need a Visitors Visa (click here for more information)
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VWP Information and Participating Countries:
Andorra
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brunei
Chile
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Monaco
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Portugal
San Marino
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
United Kingdom