Information

Boards address location:

1740 W Adams Suite #4400
Phoenix AZ 85007
480-784-4539

The approved waive of all renewals  and applications fees has ended as of  October 4, 2020. If renewing a personal or salon license that is due on or after October 5, 2020, you must pay by mail or online. For all applications submitted on or after the above date, (examinations, reciprocity, universal and salon applications) must include the appropriate fee in order to be processed.

Due to the pandemic the remaining classes for the Infection Protection/Law classes for 2020 have been canceled. For individuals who are required to attend the Infection Protection/Law class you may complete it by reading the Laws and Rules sections, found under Licensing Information-once you have reviewed both sections please print the first page of each section-write the following sentence "I have read and understood the Arizona Laws and Rules that I have reviewed"-sign your name and date it. You can either scan it and email it to [email protected] or mail it to the address above.

 

Online Services:  Individual & Establishment Renewals

 

ONLINE SERVICES - RENEWAL 

 

NEW EFFECTIVE: July 3, 2015

PERSONAL LICENSES Renewal Fee: $60.00 for "2" years, delinquent $30.00 extra
SALON LICENSE Renewal: $50.00 for "1" year, delinquent $30.00 extra
 
 
 
 
 
  • Please use  a desktop/laptop computer to renew online not all phones are compatible
  • If your online payment is successful and you do not receive your license within 10-15 business days, please contact the office.
  • Hairstylist personal renewal- is available online now or you can also mail in or bring in renewal to the office.
  • If you have "MAILED" in your renewal, DO NOT use the Online Service to pay twice. It will cause an issue with your license renewal.
  • Having trouble renewaling online - "Mail" in your renewal notice with fee to our office, it must be postmarked before or on the renewal date.
  • PAST YOUR RENEWAL DATE? DELINQUENT fees will not be waived, you have 60 days prior to your renewal date to renew. If your license is in an "INACTIVE" status over 2 years, you will have to call the office for procedures to reactivate.

 

 

*How to renew a license on time:
 "On or 60 days prior" to the renewal date:

  • Mail in your renewal or
  • Renew online-use a desktop/laptop computer 

 

 

ALERT! COVID-19 BOARDS UPDATE:

Due to the COVID-19, Executive Order 2020-17 and the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology Board Members have approved to waive all renewal fees between July 16, 2020 through October 4, 2020.

MASKS: 

"If you can't socially distance yourself from people, a MASK should be worn" and to continue to follow the CDC procedures. Check with your local government (city or county) on "Mask" requirements. (Recommendation from Governor Ducey's office)
 

Due to the COVID-19, at the May 15, 2020, Board meeting, the Board Members voted to waive the  June 30, 2020 - School renewal fees. The Schools will still be required to submit the renewal packet.  

Due to the COVID-19, at the April 17, 2020, Board meeting, the Board Members voted to waive the licensing fees for the following:

  • Examination: first license application fee only $70.00 (must submit examination application with supporting documents.)
  • Reciprocity application fee only $140.00 (must submit reciprocity application with supporting documents and money order for the Infection Protection/Law class fee of $25.00).
  • Universal Recognition application fee
  • Salon: first license application fee (must submit salon application with supporting documents)
  • Personal renewal fee - Only Licenses from April 4, 2020 through July 15, 2020
  • Salon renewal fee - Only Licenses from April 4, 2020 through July 15, 2020

This will only be in effect until the Executive Order 2020-17 has been repealed by the Governor. There is no need to contact the Board during this process your license will be mailed out to you.

Links - Arizona Department of Health Services

 

Clarification for essential services: 

Clairfication from the Governor's Office:

Press Release - April 3, 2020 "Governor's Office Provides Additional Guidance on Essential Services" (click here to read)

Clip from the Press Release - April 2, 2020

  • On March 23, 2020, Governor Ducey issued an Executive Order defining essential services. On March 30, 2020, as these services cannot comply with the guidelines required in paragraph 11 of Executive Order 2020-18, directing Arizonans to Stay Home, Stay Healthy, and Stay Connected.
    • Barbers
    • Cosmetology, Hairstyling, Nail Salons and Aesthetic Salons
    • Tanning salons
    • Tattoo parlors
    • Spas
    • Massage palors

 

  • There are economic opportunities available for small businesses:

  1. Federal Relief: The U.S. Department of the Treasury posted important updates on accessing federal relief, which will be critically important to Arizona families and small businesses. Starting April 3, 2020, small businesses and sole proprietorships can apply for low interest loans for payroll, rent, utilities, and other expenses. A portion of these loans are forgivable (program details and the application here)
  2. Arizona Specific Worker and Small Business Resources: the Arizona Commerce Authority has compiled resources for small businesses and workers  facing employment loss on this page . (www.azcommerces.com)
  3. Arizona Commerce Authority Webinar Series: The first webinar "Ensuring Business Continuity" was held April 1, 2020. Recsources are available and more webinars are forthcoming on this page. (www.azcommerces.com)

 

 

LIST OF EXECUTIVE ORDER

UPDATE: Effective May 8, 2020, Salons are allowed to re-open as per Executive Order 2020- 34 (see below under "List of Executive Orders")
Guidance for Reopening - Barbers & Cosmetologists Link to read

This order includes all license types that fall under Title 32 of the Arizona Revised Status:
Cosmetology, Hairstyling, Aeshetician, Nail Technology Salons & ALL Personal Licensees

Other COVID-19 & Infection Control Classes listed under the Executive Order

  • NEW UPDATE: Executive Order 2020-34 "Building on COVID-19 Successes"
    • "Building on COVID-19 Successes" Link to read full Executive Order
    • Effective Friday, May 8, 2020, Barbers & Cosmetologist defined and licensed by Title 32 of the Arizona Revised Statutes may resume operations provided they establish and implement protocols and best practices for businessess to address COVID-19,
    • Including using face coverages for employees and customers, 
    • operating by appointment only,
    • Following protocols at directed by the Centers of Disease Control and Provention, the United State Department of Labor Division of Occupational Safety and the Arizona Department of Health Services,
    • All other provisions of Executive Order 2020-33 shall remain in effect. 
    • Governor's Office - "Guidance for Re-opening for Barbers & Cosmetologists" Link to read
  • Other recommendations for re-open:
  • Executive Order 2020-33 "Returning Stronger Amending the Stay Home, Stay Heathly, Stay Connected" 
  • Executive Order 2020-18 "Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected" 
  • Executive Order 2020-17 "Continuty of Work" 
  • Executive Order 2020-12 "PROHIBITING THE CLOSURE OF ESSENTIAL SERVICES" 
    • Prohibiting the Closure of Essential Services - Link to read full Executive Order
      • Cosmetology, Hairstyling, Nail Technology and Aesethic Schools refer to "Educational Institutions"
      • Cosmetology, Hairstyling, Nail Technology and Aesethic Salons refer to "Professional and Personal Services"
        • All salons are classified under "Personal Hygiene Services"
        • Follow all CDC requirements to prevent spread of the COVID-19
  • BOARD EVENTS-November and December 2020-Infection Protection/Law classes have been CANCELED.
    • November 2nd, 16th & 30th 
    • December 14th & 28th 
  • BOARD EVENTS-July, through October 2020-Infection Protection/Law classes have been CANCELED.
    • July 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
    • August 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st
    • September 14th, 21st & 28th 
    • October 5th, 19th & 26th 
  • JUNE BOARD EVENTS:
    • June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd  & 29th Infection Protection Classes-CANCELED
  • MAY BOARD EVENTS:
    • May 4th & 11 Infection Protection Classes-CANCELED
  • APRIL BOARD EVENTS:
    • April 6th, 13th, 20th &  27th  Infection Protection Classes - CANCELED 
    • April 17, 2020, Board Meeting with be telephonic.

 

  • SCHOOLS: Each of the Arizona Licensed Schools has been working with the Board on what measures they are using to help accommodate their students and clients. If you have any questions please contact the school on what action they are taking during this time.
  • PROVISIONAL LICENSES - EXECUTIVE ORDER 2020-17 "Continuity of Work": 
    • Provisional Licenses have been issued effective Wednesday, May 13, 2020
    • This is only a temporary license issued for up to 6 months for candidates waiting to take the written and practical examinations. The expiration date is listed on the license. It will not be renewed.
    • If the candidate has failed any portion of the examination, this license will expire and the candidate will be notified by email;
    • If the candidate has passed both portions of the examination, a regular license will be issued.
    • Must be posted at all times within the Salon.

 

During this time the Board would refer "ALL" licensees to use the following methods to renew licenses, and/or submit an application:

  • Mail or renew online
  • Mail-in your applications
  • Submit requested documents by email-to azboc.gov (Copy of Photo IDs, certifications, etc...) 

 

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