Frequently Asked Tattoo Questions

Got a question about tattoos? We’ve tried to answer many of your common questions here. If you can’t find an answer on this page, please contact us.

We are open 10am – 9pm Tuesday – Saturday
WE ARE CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS.
*Please see the latest news for Season opening times and unplanned closures.

Walk ins: We are a busy shop and can not guarantee that you will be seen by an artist on the day. However, If you already have an idea for a small (10x10cm or under) tattoo, we usually have time during the week after 1pm. Give us a call on +971 50 996 5985 

Booking: The majority of our clients prefer to book with us to make sure they get properly allocated time with the artists. If you have an idea for a larger piece and/or you would like to guarantee time with one of our artists. Send an email to tattootalesdubai@gmail.com and we can give you a time and day to come in.

Yes, consultations are free. If you’re not sure what you’d like and want to speak to an artist about your idea, we have walk in consultation spots from 11am Tuesday-Saturday. Or if you would like a specific time to come in, email tattootalesdubai@gmail.com with any reference images of your idea and we can give you a time to come in.

We have an minimum of AED400 for black & gray and AED450 for coloured charge for all tattoos no matter the size.

For medium/larger or more detailed pieces we work on an AED450 per hour rate. The price of your tattoo will depend on the size and detail of the piece.

We are often able to give an indication of price over WhatsApp, but for larger work, your artist will give you a quote during your consultation.

We only accept cash, so please be ready with the amount estimate before heading to the designated studio.

You must be 18 or over to have a tattoo and a copy of either your Emirates ID, Passport, will be required on the day of your appointment. (We do not accept parental consent for under 18’s) and a consent for must be filled out at the studio before proceeding.

We unfortunately cannot tattoo you if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you have any medical conditions such as a blood borne virus etc, please make your artist aware of this during your consultation or before making your booking.

For large pieces your designs are ready to view a day or two before your appointment if you want to come into the shop to see it. During your appointment there will be plenty of time to make changes with your artist before it is tattooed. Sizes and orientation can all be adjusted on the day. 

We do not send images/photos of designs via email.

We politely ask that friends/partners are limited to 1 only during your session.

We have a comfy couch for them to sit on during your appointment if you need a bit of cheerleading/moral support.

Under 18’s, babies, dogs and bicycles are not permitted in the studio.
We do not have the facilities to provide laser removal.

Depending on what it is you want to cover, Tattoo Tales do offer custom cover-ups, to get your cover-up started we ask you to book a consultation with us via our email tattootalesdubai@gmail.com and attach photos of the tattoo you want to cover as well as ideas of what you want to cover it with.

Your artist will explain how they would like you to look after you tattoo, this can vary piece by piece.

Let’s make your vision a new tale to tell!

Want to discuss design?  Message us directly on whatsapp.

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