Barber License Renewal in Hawaii (2026)

Barber license renewal in Hawaii is handled by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Hawaii DCCA, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division), which requires Barbers to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Hawaii Barber renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Barber licenses are renewed on a biennial cycle and, regardless of original issue date, expire on December 31 of every odd-numbered year. A license is automatically forfeited the day after the expiration date if not renewed.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$146.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Hawaii DCCA, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division)

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Continuing-education requirements for Barbers in Hawaii

No continuing education is required to renew a Hawaii barber license. Hawaii Administrative Rules Chapter 16-73 (Barbers) contains no continuing education provision; renewal requires only payment of the biennial fee by the deadline.

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How to renew your Barber license in Hawaii

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Hawaii DCCA, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division) portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Barbering is regulated together with cosmetology under one DCCA board. The published active-status renewal fee for a barber (BAR) is $146.00; the restoration/late figure shown for active status within the 3-year window is $196.00 (the $146 renewal plus a $50 penalty per biennium). Inactive status renewal is $12.00 (restoration $62.00). A forfeited license may be restored within 3 years by paying all delinquent biennial fees plus per-period penalties; restoration after 3 years requires board review and a written justification (per HAR 16-73-48). Online renewal is available through the MyPVL portal (mypvl.dcca.hawaii.gov), though the board sometimes directs certain renewal periods to be filed by hardcopy. Fee amounts can change between biennia; confirm current figures on MyPVL before relying on them.

Barber license renewal in Hawaii: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Barber license in Hawaii?

Hawaii Barber licenses renew every 24 months. Barber licenses are renewed on a biennial cycle and, regardless of original issue date, expire on December 31 of every odd-numbered year. A license is automatically forfeited the day after the expiration date if not renewed.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Barber license in Hawaii?

Hawaii does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Barber license. No continuing education is required to renew a Hawaii barber license. Hawaii Administrative Rules Chapter 16-73 (Barbers) contains no continuing education provision; renewal requires only payment of the biennial fee by the deadline. Confirm the current rule with the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Hawaii DCCA, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division).

Can I renew my Hawaii Barber license online?

Yes — Hawaii offers online renewal through the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Hawaii DCCA, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Hawaii Barber license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $196 may apply. Contact the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (Hawaii DCCA, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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