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This page covers both individual practitioners and licensed establishments in Texas barbering and cosmetology. Open a county page to browse local results, then open a detail page for official-record links and status details.
License types in this dataset
Individual licenses and establishment licenses are both included.
- Barber (Class A): Individual license for barber services.
- Cosmetologist: Individual license for hair, skin, and nail cosmetology services.
- Esthetician: Individual skincare services license.
- Manicurist: Individual nail services license.
- Eyelash Extension Specialist: Individual specialty license for eyelash extension services.
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- Hair Weaving Specialist: Individual specialty license for hair weaving services.
- Salon / Establishment: Business location license for salon operations.
- Mini-Establishment: Limited-footprint business location license.
- Mobile Establishment: Mobile business location license.
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Public record
Active- License
- SAMPLE-00000
- Type
- Cosmetology Operator
- Expires
- Jun 30, 2026
- Licensed since
- 2017
- Source
- TDLR
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Texas Barbering & Cosmetology credential types
Issued by Barbering & Cosmetology. Requirements and eligibility differ by credential type.
Renewal requirements
Texas Barbering & Cosmetology license renewal
Renewal cycle
2-year cycle
Expiration basis
Expires on issue-date anniversary
CE hours required
4 hrs / cycle
Requirements sourced from the official regulator. Verify at official source →
Texas licensing updates
Recent regulatory changes that may affect texas barber & cosmetology license lookup.
TDLR SSN & Lawful Presence Requirements — May 2026
April 2026All TDLR-regulated license applicants must now provide a Social Security Number or ITIN. A separate lawful presence documentation rule takes effect May 1, affecting ~18,000 licensed workers.
TDLR Lawful Presence Documentation Requirement
April 2026New TDLR rule requires applicants to submit documentation proving lawful presence in the United States. Affects all TDLR-regulated trades at initial application and renewal.