The Details
What you need
All applications must be submitted online through the Division of Occupational Licensure’s (DOL) eLIPSE platform.
For more detailed instructions on how to create an account, link your license, and renew it, visit the DOL eLIPSE How-to-Guides page.
Important Information
- If your shop has moved to a new address, you must submit a new application. Do not renew your existing license.
Fees
See the complete fee and license renewal schedules.
| License Type | Expiration | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Barber Instructor | 31-Dec | Annual (1 year) |
| Apprentice Barber | 31-Dec/ ODD YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Master Barber | 31-Dec/ ODD YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Electrologist | 31-Jul/ ODD YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Electrologist/Lecturer | 31-Jul/ ODD YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Electrology Instructor | 31-Jul/ ODD YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Cosmetologist | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Operator | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Manicurist | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Instructor | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Demonstrator | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Aesthetician I | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Aesthetician II | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Aesthetician Instructor | Birthday | Biennial (2 years) |
| Barber School | 31-Dec | Annual (1 year) |
| Barber Shop | 30-Jun/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Electrology School | 31-Jul/ ODD YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Cosmetology Salon | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Booth Shop | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Manicuring Shop | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Booth Renter | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Aesthetic Shop | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Cosmetology School | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Aesthetician School | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Advanced Training Institute | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 years) |
| Registered Manicuring School | 31-Dec/ EVEN YEAR | Biennial (2 y |
How to apply
- When you create your MyMassGov account to access eLIPSE the first time, eLIPSE will ask you to enter information to help it locate your license and link it to your MyMassGov account.
- Please read the Linking Your License guide before creating your account to ensure it is linked correctly.
- Applications, renewals, and reinstatements must be submitted online through the eLIPSE platform.
- You will be asked to submit all required documents via the eLIPSE platform, including a DOL CORI form. Once submitted, you will be notified of any required next steps.
- Payment will also be made via the eLIPSE platform.
- For general instructions on managing your licenses and permits, view the DOL eLIPSE How-to-Guides.
- Incomplete applications will be held open for 180 days from the date of application receipt in order to allow applicants to provide the missing information or documentation. After 180 days have elapsed, the incomplete application will be considered abandoned, and applicants will need to submit a new application and payment.
You may call our Welcome Center at 617-701-8895 any time between 9:00am- 5:00pm. Our welcome center staff will guide you through the process.
You may visit our Welcome Center at One Federal Street, Suite 600, Boston MA 02110 between 9:00am- 5:00pm. Our welcome center staff will guide you through the process via our agency kiosks or your personal laptop/mobile device.
To apply by mail or email, or if you need reasonable accommodation, please reach out to the board for next steps via the email or phone number below.