How to become a barber in Utah
Utah barbers are licensed by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Cosmetology and Associated Professions. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed barber in Utah, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Part of the state's website could not be reached when we checked, so some details come from Utah law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become a barber in Utah?
- Application and fee through My License One
- Documented minimum service counts certified by school or apprenticeship supervisor
- Completion of required education or an approved apprenticeship
- Passing the Division's exam
Utah barber license requirements
| Licensed by | Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Cosmetology and Associated Professions |
|---|---|
| License name | Master Barbering License (a 130-hour Barbering Permit also exists; the barbering license is now legacy) |
| Education or training | 1,000 school hours or a 1,000-hour approved master barbering apprenticeship; Barbering permit: 130 hours. Change: effective January 1, 2026 (2025 General Session, Chapter 491), these replaced the barbering license (1,000 school or 1,250 apprenticeship hours), which now renews as a legacy license. |
| Exam | Master barbering: NIC theory and practical barber exams through Prov (70% passing); barbering permit: ICA permit exam. |
| License term | Two years; licenses expire September 30 of odd years. |
| Reciprocity | Under Utah Code 58-1-302, DOPL issues a license by endorsement to applicants licensed in another US state with similar scope, at least one year of experience and good standing. |
How much does it cost?
| Master Barbering License application | $60.00 |
|---|---|
| Master Barbering License renewal | $52.00 |
| Barbering Permit application | $60.00 |
| Barbering Permit renewal | $52.00 |
| Barber apprentice | $20.00 |
Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become a barber in Utah
- Complete 1,000 hours at a licensed school, or register an approved apprenticeship with DOPL before starting
- Pass the NIC theory and practical exams for barbering through Prov
- Create a Utah ID and apply online through My License One (paper applications ended January 31, 2026)
- Submit school or supervisor certification of hours and service counts and pay the fee
- Receive and display your license; renew by September 30 of odd years
Apply on the official Utah site
How do you check a barber's license in Utah?
- Search the name or license number on the official Utah barber license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.