Learn how to get, renew, or update your license to operate a Salon Shop, Personal Service, or Mobile Unit that offers cosmetology services for a fee.
Learn the current laws and rules for cosmetology and view rulemaking activity.
Get information on professional boards, health and safety, rules and regulations, and training and exams.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about cosmetology licenses and health and safety requirements.
Read about the Cosmetology Board's members and view meeting dates, agendas, and minutes.
Learn how to become a cosmetology apprentice or how to become an apprentice training salon.
Look up the current status of a cosmetology license and view the minimum exam score requirements to get licensed.
Learn how to change your name or address on your cosmetology license.
Get the latest licensing updates and rule changes by email. There's no cost to subscribe, and you may update or delete your email address at any time.
Use the contact method that works best for you based on what you need help with.
Please note that our offices are closed on all major holidays.
Use one of these contact methods if you are applying for, renewing, or updating your salon, shop, personal service, or mobile unit license:
Our call center is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Be sure you use the correct mailing address based on what you're trying to do.
Cosmetology Program
Department of Licensing
PO Box 3856
Seattle, WA 98124-3401
Cosmetology Program
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9026
Olympia, WA 98507
1125 Washington Street SE
Olympia, WA 98504
If you have questions regarding education for cosmetologists, please choose one of the methods below, based on what works best for you.
Our call center is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Learn how to file a complaint against someone we license or report unlicensed activity.