Cosmetology License Renewal in Missouri (2026)

Cosmetology license renewal in Missouri is handled by the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance), 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.

Missouri Cosmetology renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	All licenses are renewed biennially and expire on September 30 of each odd-numbered year. Licensees must renew (and pay all applicable fees) by that deadline; practicing on an expired license is prohibited.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$50.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance)

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Continuing-education requirements for Cosmetologys in Missouri

Missouri does not require continuing education for renewal of a standard cosmetologist (operator) license. No CE hours or topics must be completed or reported to renew.

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How to renew your Cosmetology license in Missouri

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance) 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: In Missouri the standard working cosmetologist license is termed an "operator" (Class CH full cosmetology / Class CA hairdressing-manicuring). The official fee schedule lists an Operator Renewal Fee of $50; a separate $30 "Renewal Fee" line on the same sheet corresponds to instructor/crossover-instructor licenses (instructor license fee is $30), not the standard cosmetologist. A general $30 Late Fee applies to all licensees. Late/lapsed renewals are handled as Reinstatement (delinquent), which for an operator is an $80 fee that already includes the late fee; licenses are generally not renewable after two years and may require reinstatement by examination. Renewal, payment, address/name changes, and (where applicable) CE/supervision-hour tracking are handled online through the MOPRO portal (mopro.mo.gov), launched January 2025; paper renewal is also available. All fees are nonrefundable.

Cosmetology license renewal in Missouri: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Cosmetology license in Missouri?

Missouri Cosmetology licenses renew every 24 months. All licenses are renewed biennially and expire on September 30 of each odd-numbered year. Licensees must renew (and pay all applicable fees) by that deadline; practicing on an expired license is prohibited.

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

Missouri does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Cosmetology license. Missouri does not require continuing education for renewal of a standard cosmetologist (operator) license. No CE hours or topics must be completed or reported to renew. Confirm the current rule with the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance).

Can I renew my Missouri Cosmetology license online?

Yes — Missouri offers online renewal through the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Missouri Cosmetology 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 (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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