Barber License Renewal in North Dakota (2026)

Barber license renewal in North Dakota is handled by the North Dakota 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.

North Dakota Barber renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	A registered barber must renew annually on or before July 1. A certificate not renewed during the month of July expires on August 1; an expired certificate can be restored by paying a restoration penalty in addition to the regular renewal fee.
CE hours required	6 hours
Renewal fee	$100.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	No board CE-tracking system identified; licensees complete CE through approved providers and the board may require proof. CE hours are not tracked through a state portal per the official pages reviewed.
Governing body	North Dakota Board of Barber Examiners

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Continuing-education requirements for Barbers in North Dakota

Barbers (and barber instructors) must complete a minimum of 6 hours of continuing education every two years, with the requirement met before the August 1 deadline. Hours may be earned through approved seminars, workshops, the annual barber convention/association events, and video correspondence courses; the statute and board do not specify mandated topics (e.g., no specific sanitation/bloodborne-pathogen topic requirement is listed). Note the CE cycle is biennial (6 hrs/2 yrs) while the license itself renews annually.

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How to renew your Barber license in North Dakota

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the North Dakota Board of Barber Examiners portal.
Complete the required 6 CE hours and confirm they appear in No board CE-tracking system identified; licensees complete CE through approved providers and the board may require proof. CE hours are not tracked through a state portal per the official pages reviewed..
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Renewal is a hybrid process: the licensee downloads the renewal PDF from the board site, submits it by email to the Board Secretary, then pays fees through the board's online payment page; the new license is mailed upon approval. Fees are set in statute (NDCC 43-04-42): $100 to renew a master barber's certificate, and a $20 penalty fee added to the renewal fee to restore an expired certificate. Important correction: several third-party aggregator sites state a "$120 expired license fee," which conflicts with the statute — the statutory restoration penalty is $20 in addition to the $100 renewal. The barber license cycle is annual even though CE is measured over two years. Scope is the standard master barber license (not instructor at $250, shop at $50, or school at $125).

Barber license renewal in North Dakota: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Barber license in North Dakota?

North Dakota Barber licenses renew every 12 months. A registered barber must renew annually on or before July 1. A certificate not renewed during the month of July expires on August 1; an expired certificate can be restored by paying a restoration penalty in addition to the regular renewal fee.

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

Approximately 6 continuing-education hours per cycle. Barbers (and barber instructors) must complete a minimum of 6 hours of continuing education every two years, with the requirement met before the August 1 deadline. Hours may be earned through approved seminars, workshops, the annual barber convention/association events, and video correspondence courses; the statute and board do not specify mandated topics (e.g., no specific sanitation/bloodborne-pathogen topic requirement is listed). Note the CE cycle is biennial (6 hrs/2 yrs) while the license itself renews annually. Confirm the current requirement with the North Dakota Board of Barber Examiners.

Can I renew my North Dakota Barber license online?

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

What happens if I let my North Dakota Barber license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $20 may apply. Contact the North Dakota Board of Barber Examiners promptly if your license has lapsed.

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