Barber License Renewal in Minnesota (2026)

Barber license renewal in Minnesota is handled by the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners, 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.

Minnesota Barber renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	A registered barber's certificate must be renewed on or before December 31 each year for the following year. Any certificate not renewed during December expires on December 31 of that year.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$80.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners

Go to the official Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners. automated research workflow (official minnesota barber board), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Barbers in Minnesota

No continuing education is required to renew a Minnesota registered barber certificate. Minn. Stat. ch. 154 conditions renewal only on timely application and payment of the required fee; it contains no CE mandate.

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How to renew your Barber license in Minnesota

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners 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: Annual cycle: individual registered-barber registrations expire Dec 31 (note barber SHOP registrations are separate and expire June 30 — not this license). The $95 fee is the "Registered Barber Restoration - late renewal" charge per the board's official fee schedule (Registered Barber Renewal is $80). A lapsed registration may be restored without examination within four years upon paying the restoration fee for each lapsed year; lapses exceeding four years require reexamination. Online renewal is available via the board's eLicense portal (credit card) or by mail. Fee schedule PDF dated Mar 30, 2018 — amounts should be reconfirmed against the current schedule periodically.

Barber license renewal in Minnesota: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Barber license in Minnesota?

Minnesota Barber licenses renew every 12 months. A registered barber's certificate must be renewed on or before December 31 each year for the following year. Any certificate not renewed during December expires on December 31 of that year.

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

Minnesota does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Barber license. No continuing education is required to renew a Minnesota registered barber certificate. Minn. Stat. ch. 154 conditions renewal only on timely application and payment of the required fee; it contains no CE mandate. Confirm the current rule with the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners.

Can I renew my Minnesota Barber license online?

Yes — Minnesota offers online renewal through the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Minnesota Barber license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $95 may apply. Contact the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners promptly if your license has lapsed.

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