Who needs licensed barbers, cosmetologists, manicurists and estheticians in New Hampshire?

Issued by New Hampshire Board of Barbering, Cosmetology and Esthetics (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification), at step 4 of 6 in the opening sequence: get the permits for your kind of business.

3 of the 20 kinds of business in New Hampshire

Hire only licensed practitioners and keep each license posted. The Board licenses barbers, cosmetologists, manicurists and estheticians separately, with apprentices registered at the same fee.

Checked Oct 21, 2026 against the agency’s page.

Step 4 of 6: Get the permits for your kind of business

  1. Set up the business
  2. Register for tax
  3. Approve the space
  4. Get the permits for your kind of business
  5. Alcohol permits
  6. Before the first hire

Issued by New Hampshire Board of Barbering, Cosmetology and Esthetics (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification).

Sources and dates

OPLC Board of Barbering, Cosmetology and Esthetics license fee page. Checked against the agency’s page on the date shown; cities add their own fees.

Questions about opening here.