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 | Renewal Fee | Renewal Time | Renewal Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Training Institute | $338 | Dec. 31, even year | Every 2 years |
| Aesthetician | $68 | Birthday | Every 2 years |
| Aesthetics Instructor | $68 | Birthday | Every 2 years |
| Aesthetics Salon | $82 | Dec. 31, even year | Every 2 years |
| Aesthetics School | $338 | Dec. 31, even year | Every 2 years |
| Barber | $78 | Dec. 31, odd year | Every 2 years |
| Barber Instructor | $84 | Dec. 31 | Every year |
| Barber School | $225 | Dec. 31 | Every year |
| Barbershop | $78 | June 30, even year | Every 2 years |
| Cosmetologist | $68 | Birthday | Every 2 years |
| Cosmetology Instructor | $68 | Birthday | Every 2 years |
| Cosmetology Salon | $82 | Dec. 31, even year | Every 2 years |
| Cosmetology School | $338 | Dec. 31, even year | Every 2 years |
| Demonstrator | $68 | Birthday | Every 2 years |
| Electrologist | $78 | July 31, odd year | Every 2 years |
| Electrology Instructor | $52 | July 31, odd year | Every 2 years |
| Electrology Lecturer | $52 | July 31, odd year | Every 2 years |
| Electrology School | $130 | July 31, odd year | Every 2 years |
| Manicuring Salon | $82 | Dec. 31, even year | Every 2 years |
| Manicuring School | $338 | Dec. 31, even year | Every 2 years |
| Manicurist | $68 | Birthday | Every 2 years |
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.