Barber License Renewal in Kansas (2026)

Barber license renewal in Kansas is handled by the Kansas Board of Barbering, which requires Barbers to renew every 12 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.

Kansas Barber renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Barber licenses renew annually. The renewal quarter is set by the first letter of the licensee's last name: A/B/C/M/N/O renew Jan 1-Mar 31; D/E/F/P/Q/R renew Apr 1-Jun 30; G/H/I/S/T/U renew Jul 1-Sep 30; J/K/L/V/W/X/Y/Z renew Oct 1-Dec 31. A license expired less than three years may be restored by paying the renewal plus a lapsed/restoration fee; expired three or more years requires reexamination.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$80.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Kansas Board of Barbering

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Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Kansas Board of Barbering. automated research workflow (official kansas barber board), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Barbers in Kansas

Kansas does not require continuing education for barber license renewal. The Board's renewal process is fee-based only with no CE component published in statute or regulation.

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How to renew your Barber license in Kansas

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Kansas Board of Barbering 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: Fees are set in K.A.R. 61-7-2 (effective May 13, 2016; authorized by K.S.A. 65-1817): barber renewal of license to practice = $80; examination = $100; issuance = $80. There is no single fixed late fee; restoration of an expired barber license carries a tiered lapsed fee based on days expired: 1-30 days = $100, 31-365 days = $160, 366-730 days = $240, 731-1,095 days = $320. After three years expired, the applicant must be reexamined (pay exam + issuance fees). Online renewal/restoration is offered through the AccessGov portal; a convenience fee is added at checkout. All fees are non-refundable. This record covers the standard barber (practitioner) license only, not instructor ($40 renewal), shop, school, or chair/booth lease.

Barber license renewal in Kansas: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Barber license in Kansas?

Kansas Barber licenses renew every 12 months. Barber licenses renew annually. The renewal quarter is set by the first letter of the licensee's last name: A/B/C/M/N/O renew Jan 1-Mar 31; D/E/F/P/Q/R renew Apr 1-Jun 30; G/H/I/S/T/U renew Jul 1-Sep 30; J/K/L/V/W/X/Y/Z renew Oct 1-Dec 31. A license expired less than three years may be restored by paying the renewal plus a lapsed/restoration fee; expired three or more years requires reexamination.

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

Kansas does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Barber license. Kansas does not require continuing education for barber license renewal. The Board's renewal process is fee-based only with no CE component published in statute or regulation. Confirm the current rule with the Kansas Board of Barbering.

Can I renew my Kansas Barber license online?

Yes — Kansas offers online renewal through the Kansas Board of Barbering. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Kansas Barber license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Kansas Board of Barbering promptly if your license has lapsed.

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