Licensees!

Our license renewal website has changed to a new, self-service license portal as of November 2024, and all licensees must register for a new account to renew their license. Even if you have renewed online in the past, this is a different website, and previous login credentials will not work.

Please note: If you already hold a license, all first-time registrations must be completed through the Applicant Portal. Once registered, you can then log in to the Licensee Portal to renew and print your license—all online.

To complete your registration, please follow the step-by-step instructions provided at the link below:
How to Register for OSBCB Online License Portal

At this time, only individual licensees can access the portal. Establishments will be available in the coming weeks. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

See more information below.

License Information

In Oklahoma, cosmetology, barbering, facial and nail technology may only be performed by individuals who hold a valid state license and who work in a licensed establishment or hold a valid work permit. All licenses and work permits must be posted in public view with a current photo attached.

You may email OSBCB@cosmo.ok.gov and ask general questions.

License/permit verification can be done here.

Oklahoma cosmetology and barber establishments are inspected at least twice a year to ensure safety and sanitation compliance and to ensure all persons providing services hold a valid license/permit. The most current salon inspection sheets must be posted in public view.

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I'm Applying for my License & Registering for the Online Portal for the First Time
I'm Already Licensed. I Need to Register for the Online Portal
I'm Licensed & Registered. I Need to Print, Renew, or Manage my License
I Want to Verify a License

Licensee Online Portal Registration

Help: Step by Step Walkthrough

OSBCB Online Portal Landing Page

Online Portal Password Reset

Help

For technical assistance with the online portal or renewing online, please email portalhelp@cosmo.ok.gov. You will receive a confirmation when it has been updated in our system.

Renewal fees are payable by cashier's check, money order or business check of a licensed OSBCB business. No personal or temporary checks are accepted
The term of your license is one year - renewable on the last day of your birth month, annually.
The renewal fee applies (see information below about your specific renewal fee).
A renewal application form (that is sent to you each year and is attached to your license) is due. If you do not have this form, add an additional $5 to the applicable fees.
If you do not have a renewal slip/form, Include a note requesting renewal of your license with your money order or cashier's check that includes your name, mailing address, file number (if this information is available to you) and your date of birth.
If your license has expired over two months, include a $10.00 late fee. We will refer to the postmark date on your envelope to determine if the late fee is applicable.

Exam Requirements

Submit request for apprenticeship to the student registrar. Contact information can be located on the Agency Staff page.
Apprentice is required by law to obtain training under a licensed Instructor
Training to be conducted in an approved licensed establishment.
Has completed at least the eighth grade
Is over the age of sixteen (16)
Complete 3000 hours of study for Cosmetology, 1200 hours for Facialist, or 1200 hours for Manicurist, 3000 hours for Barber.
Exam Fee - $35.00

License & Fees Details

Renewable by the last day of birth month annually
Application/Initial Fee - $20.00
License Renewal Fee - $25.00
Late Penalty (License expired over two months) - $10.00

Disciplines

Cosmetology

Cosmetology means any one or combination of practices generally and usually performed by and known as the occupation of beauticians.

Barbering

Barbering means any one or any combination of the following practices, when done upon the upper part of the human body for cosmetic purposes.

Manicuring

Manicuring is the practice of cutting, trimming, polishing, coloring, tinting, cleansing the nails, or beautifying the hands and feet of any person.

Esthetics

Esthetics refers to performing skin care, make-up and hair removal services to the public provided the hair removal services shall not include electrolysis.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy means the skillful treatment of the soft tissues of the human body which includes, but not limited to the use of touch, or pressure.

Hairbraiding Certification

Hairbraiding refers to performing hairbraiding, hairweaving, and hair extensions which must be performed in a licensed cosmetology establishment.

Threading

A Threading Technician is a person licensed by the Board to perform temporary hair removal by using thread that is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin, entwining the hair in the thread and lifting it out of the follicle.

Cosmetician

Cosmetician is a person licensed by the Board to perform patron services limited to hair arranging and application of makeup, including, but not limited to, using hairstyling tools and products. Services must be performed in a licensed establishment.

Demonstrator

Demonstrator is a person who is not licensed in this state as a Cosmetologist, Barber or Instructor and who demonstrates any cosmetic preparation. The person shall be required to obtain a Demonstrator license from the Board before making any such demonstrations.

License Information

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Disciplines

Cosmetology

Barbering

Manicuring

Esthetics

Massage Therapy

Hairbraiding Certification

Threading

Cosmetician

Demonstrator

Master Instructor

Facial Instructor

Manicurist Instructor

License Information

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Licensee Portal + Renewing Online

Criminal History

General Licensing Qualifications

License Renewal Information

Apprentice Requirements

Disciplines