Cosmetology License Renewal in Idaho (2026)

Cosmetology license renewal in Idaho is handled by the Idaho Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board (Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, DOPL), which requires Cosmetologists 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.

Idaho Cosmetology renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Idaho is transitioning the Barber & Cosmetology board to a 2-year (biennial) renewal cycle effective July 1, 2026; under the new structure an individual cosmetologist license expires on the licensee's birthday (biennially). Licensees may renew up to 60 days before expiration. During the transition, current annual licensees are phased to the 2-year cycle based on birth-year (even/odd), so some 2026/2027 renewals are still one year before settling into the biennial pattern.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$60.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Idaho Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board (Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, DOPL)

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Continuing-education requirements for Cosmetologys in Idaho

Idaho does not require continuing education for cosmetologist license renewal. The board's official renewal materials and FAQ list no CE/continuing-education requirement for individual cosmetologist license renewal; licensees are responsible for staying current on laws and rules but no CE hours are mandated.

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How to renew your Cosmetology license in Idaho

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Idaho Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board (Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, DOPL) 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: Governing body is DOPL's Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board (combined barber/cosmetology). Fee figures changed on July 1, 2026: the new biennial individual (cosmetologist) renewal fee is $60 ($30 per year), and the new annual individual renewal fee is $30. Before July 1, 2026 the published cosmetologist renewal fee was $25/year. The $35 reinstatement penalty (late fee) applies once a license has expired and is unchanged by the 2026 fee update. Renewals are processed through the DOPL Online Services portal (edopl.idaho.gov/OnlineServices). renewal_fee_usd is set to the forward-going biennial individual renewal of $60 to match the 24-month cycle; verifier should confirm against the licensee's specific transition status, since some current licensees may still see a one-year renewal during the phase-in.

Cosmetology license renewal in Idaho: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Cosmetology license in Idaho?

Idaho Cosmetology licenses renew every 24 months. Idaho is transitioning the Barber & Cosmetology board to a 2-year (biennial) renewal cycle effective July 1, 2026; under the new structure an individual cosmetologist license expires on the licensee's birthday (biennially). Licensees may renew up to 60 days before expiration. During the transition, current annual licensees are phased to the 2-year cycle based on birth-year (even/odd), so some 2026/2027 renewals are still one year before settling into the biennial pattern.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Cosmetology license in Idaho?

Idaho does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Cosmetology license. Idaho does not require continuing education for cosmetologist license renewal. The board's official renewal materials and FAQ list no CE/continuing-education requirement for individual cosmetologist license renewal; licensees are responsible for staying current on laws and rules but no CE hours are mandated. Confirm the current rule with the Idaho Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board (Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, DOPL).

Can I renew my Idaho Cosmetology license online?

Yes — Idaho offers online renewal through the Idaho Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board (Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, DOPL). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Idaho Cosmetology license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $35 may apply. Contact the Idaho Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board (Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, DOPL) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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