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Tattoo Deposit Agreement Template

A deposit agreement sets expectations before the appointment. It protects your time from no-shows and gives clients clarity on your policies. Here's a template to get you started.

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Deposit Agreement

Client: [Client Name]

Deposit Amount: [Deposit Amount]

Required notice hours: 
Refund policy: 
No-show policy: 
I agree to these deposit terms.

Client Signature: ______ Date: ______

Staff Signature: ______ Date: ______

Setting your deposit policy

  • • Common deposit amounts: $50-100 for small work, 20-30% for larger pieces
  • • Be consistent — same policy for everyone
  • • Make the policy visible on your booking page
  • • Consider exceptions for emergencies (case by case)
  • • Digital deposits with timestamps are easier to track

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Disclaimer: This template is provided as a general starting point and is not legal advice. Laws vary by location — consult a lawyer before using this in your business. Apprentice is not responsible for any legal issues arising from the use of these templates.

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