Fees and license renewal schedules for cosmetology, barbering, and electrology

Learn about the license renewal fees and when you need to renew your license for cosmetology, barbering, aesthetics, manicuring, and electrology.

Search by license name to find out how much it costs to renew your license and when you have to renew it.

The following fees apply to all Boards of Registration:

CategoryFeeComments
Late Renewal Fee$57per license renewal (Fee is in addition to renewal fee if renewal is received beyond license expiration date).
Certified Statement of Registration$15per licensee
Duplicate License$17per license
Name Change$27per license
Handling Charge for Returned Checks$23per check
EPAY Online Payment Return Fee$23per returned transaction, including returns for insufficient funds, wrong account number, etc.

Contact

Online

To receive written instructions on how to submit an application, renew your license, change your name or address, request a duplicate license, or obtain a verification of license, please email the Board at: Email Board of Cosmetology and Barbering Services Administration at cosmetologyandbarberingboard@mass.gov

Address

Division of Occupational Licensure
One Federal Street, Suite 600, Boston , MA 02110-2012

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