Barber License Renewal in Missouri (2026)

Barber license renewal in Missouri is handled by the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners, 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.

Missouri Barber renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	All licenses are renewed biennially and expire September 30 of each odd-numbered year. A barber license must be renewed by that date; renewing after the deadline incurs a late/reinstatement fee, and a delinquent license becomes non-renewable after two years (requiring re-examination).
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$50.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners

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Continuing-education requirements for Barbers in Missouri

Missouri requires no continuing education to renew a standard barber license. The board's rules and renewal process do not impose any CE hour requirement for barbers.

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How to renew your Barber license in Missouri

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and 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: Missouri combines barbering and cosmetology under one board (COSBAR). Renewals, payments, and account management are handled through the MOPRO online portal (mopro.mo.gov), launched January 2025. Per the official board fee schedule, the standard Barber "License Renewal" fee is $50; a separate general "Late Fee" of $30 applies, and a delinquent "Reinstatement" fee of $80 applies after the November 30 deadline (license not renewable after two years). Note: several third-party sites cite a $30 barber renewal fee, but that $30 figure appears under the Operator/Cosmetology renewal lines on the official schedule — the Barber section lists $50 for License Renewal. A $1 military renewal fee exists under 328.110.3 RSMo. Practicing with an expired license is prohibited.

Barber license renewal in Missouri: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Barber license in Missouri?

Missouri Barber licenses renew every 24 months. All licenses are renewed biennially and expire September 30 of each odd-numbered year. A barber license must be renewed by that date; renewing after the deadline incurs a late/reinstatement fee, and a delinquent license becomes non-renewable after two years (requiring re-examination).

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

Missouri does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Barber license. Missouri requires no continuing education to renew a standard barber license. The board's rules and renewal process do not impose any CE hour requirement for barbers. Confirm the current rule with the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners.

Can I renew my Missouri Barber license online?

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

What happens if I let my Missouri Barber license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $30 may apply. Contact the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners promptly if your license has lapsed.

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