Utah license renewal and continuing education
How to renew a cosmetology license in Utah
What it takes to renew a cosmetology, barber, nail technician or esthetician license in Utah: when each expires, the renewal fee, the continuing education it needs, and what to do if you renew late or the license has lapsed. Every answer comes from DOPL's own pages, rules and fee schedules, read on October 28, 2026.
| License | Continuing education | Fee | Renews | Late fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetologist | Not stated | $52 | Every 2 years | $20 |
| Barber | Not stated | $52 | Every 2 years | $20 |
| Nail technician | Not stated | $52 | Every 2 years | $20 |
| Esthetician | Not stated | $52 | Every 2 years | $20 |
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At $26 a year, renewing costs less than the $32.50 a year typical across the states.
Cosmetologist
Utah cosmetology license renewal
Renewed through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL).
- When it expires
- Every 2 yearsOn September 30 of odd-numbered years.
- Renewal fee
- $52 ($26 a year)
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask DOPL before you renew.
- Late renewal
- $20A renewal filed after the expiration date owes a $20.00 late renewal fee on top of the renewal fee; reinstating after 30 days, within two years of expiration, costs the renewal fee plus $50.00.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
Barber (Barbering permit)
Utah barber license renewal
Renewed through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL).
- When it expires
- Every 2 yearsOn September 30 of odd-numbered years.
- Renewal fee
- $52 ($26 a year)
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask DOPL before you renew.
- Late renewal
- $20A renewal filed after the expiration date owes a $20.00 late renewal fee on top of the renewal fee; reinstating after 30 days, within two years of expiration, costs the renewal fee plus $50.00.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
Nail technician (Nail technology license)
Utah nail technician license renewal
Renewed through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL).
- When it expires
- Every 2 yearsOn September 30 of odd-numbered years.
- Renewal fee
- $52 ($26 a year)
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask DOPL before you renew.
- Late renewal
- $20A renewal filed after the expiration date owes a $20.00 late renewal fee on top of the renewal fee; reinstating after 30 days, within two years of expiration, costs the renewal fee plus $50.00.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
Esthetician (Basic esthetics permit)
Utah esthetician license renewal
Renewed through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL).
- When it expires
- Every 2 yearsOn September 30 of odd-numbered years.
- Renewal fee
- $52 ($26 a year)
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask DOPL before you renew.
- Late renewal
- $20A renewal filed after the expiration date owes a $20.00 late renewal fee on top of the renewal fee; reinstating after 30 days, within two years of expiration, costs the renewal fee plus $50.00.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
Good to know
What else Utah says about renewing
- A licensee may not practice on an expired license; the holder may not practice until a new license is issued.
- DOPL mails a renewal notice to the address on record at least 60 days before the license expiration date.
Sources
What Utah's official pages say
Each answer above, in the words of DOPL's own pages, rules and fee schedules, read on October 28, 2026. Fees and deadlines change: confirm with the board before you renew.
- Cosmetologist: renewal period
“The division shall issue each license under this chapter in accordance with a two-year renewal cycle established by rule”
le.utah.gov “Licenses expire on September 30 of odd years.”
commerce.utah.gov - Cosmetologist: renewal fee
“Cosmetologist / Barber $52.00 September 30 th of odd years”
commerce.utah.gov - Cosmetologist: late renewal
“Department / Division Fees Late Renewal Fee $20.00”
commerce.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov - Cosmetologist: expired license
“A license that is not renewed prior to the expiration date shown on the license automatically expires.”
le.utah.gov “at any time within two years after nonrenewal”
le.utah.gov “if not reinstated within two years, the holder may obtain a license only if the holder meets requirements provided by the division by rule or by statute for a new license.”
le.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov “If your license expires you may not practice until a new license is issued.”
commerce.utah.gov - Barber: renewal period
“The division shall issue each license under this chapter in accordance with a two-year renewal cycle established by rule”
le.utah.gov “Barber $52.00 September 30 th of odd years”
commerce.utah.gov - Barber: renewal fee
“Barber $52.00 September 30 th of odd years”
commerce.utah.gov - Barber: late renewal
“Department / Division Fees Late Renewal Fee $20.00”
commerce.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov - Barber: expired license
“A license that is not renewed prior to the expiration date shown on the license automatically expires.”
le.utah.gov “at any time within two years after nonrenewal”
le.utah.gov “if not reinstated within two years, the holder may obtain a license only if the holder meets requirements provided by the division by rule or by statute for a new license.”
le.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov “If your license expires you may not practice until a new license is issued.”
commerce.utah.gov - Nail technician: renewal period
“The division shall issue each license under this chapter in accordance with a two-year renewal cycle established by rule”
le.utah.gov “Nail Technician $52.00 September 30 th of odd years”
commerce.utah.gov - Nail technician: renewal fee
“Nail Technician $52.00 September 30 th of odd years”
commerce.utah.gov - Nail technician: late renewal
“Department / Division Fees Late Renewal Fee $20.00”
commerce.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov - Nail technician: expired license
“A license that is not renewed prior to the expiration date shown on the license automatically expires.”
le.utah.gov “at any time within two years after nonrenewal”
le.utah.gov “if not reinstated within two years, the holder may obtain a license only if the holder meets requirements provided by the division by rule or by statute for a new license.”
le.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov “If your license expires you may not practice until a new license is issued.”
commerce.utah.gov - Esthetician: renewal period
“The division shall issue each license under this chapter in accordance with a two-year renewal cycle established by rule”
le.utah.gov “Esthetician $52.00 September 30 th of odd years”
commerce.utah.gov - Esthetician: renewal fee
“Esthetician $52.00 September 30 th of odd years”
commerce.utah.gov - Esthetician: late renewal
“Department / Division Fees Late Renewal Fee $20.00”
commerce.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov - Esthetician: expired license
“A license that is not renewed prior to the expiration date shown on the license automatically expires.”
le.utah.gov “at any time within two years after nonrenewal”
le.utah.gov “if not reinstated within two years, the holder may obtain a license only if the holder meets requirements provided by the division by rule or by statute for a new license.”
le.utah.gov “If you are reinstating your license after 30 days and within two years of the expiration date of your license, you must submit the renewal fee PLUS an additional $50.00 for EACH license being reinstated.”
commerce.utah.gov “If your license expires you may not practice until a new license is issued.”
commerce.utah.gov - Also good to know
“If your license expires you may not practice until a new license is issued.”
commerce.utah.gov - Also good to know
“At least 60 days prior to the expiration date of a license, DOPL will mail a renewal notice to the licensee's address of record”
commerce.utah.gov
Questions
Utah license renewal, answered
How do I renew my cosmetology license in Utah?
The Utah Cosmetology license renews every 2 years for $52, through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). When it expires: On September 30 of odd-numbered years. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask DOPL before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
How many continuing education hours do I need to renew a Utah cosmetology license?
The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask DOPL before your renewal date.
What happens if my Utah cosmetology license expires?
A license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
How do I renew my barber license in Utah?
The Utah Barbering permit renews every 2 years for $52, through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). When it expires: On September 30 of odd-numbered years. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask DOPL before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
What happens if my Utah barber license expires?
A license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
How do I renew my nail technician license in Utah?
The Utah Nail technology license renews every 2 years for $52, through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). When it expires: On September 30 of odd-numbered years. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask DOPL before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
What happens if my Utah nail technician license expires?
A license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
How do I renew my esthetician license in Utah?
The Utah Basic esthetics permit renews every 2 years for $52, through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). When it expires: On September 30 of odd-numbered years. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask DOPL before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
What happens if my Utah esthetician license expires?
A license not renewed by its expiration date automatically expires and cannot be practiced on, but it can be reinstated within two years of expiration by paying the renewal fee plus $50.00 for each license; after two years the holder must meet the requirements for a new license.
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