Texas Cosmetology Establishment License Requirements
What TDLR requires to license a salon establishment license in Texas — the fee, the conditions, and the deadline that voids applications.
$78
Application fee
2 yrs
License term
What TDLR requires
- Name every business owner and the ownership structure on the application.
- Meet the health, safety and equipment standards in 16 TAC Chapter 83.
- No living or sleeping on the licensed premises; a residence-attached salon needs a separate entrance with the connecting door closed in business hours.
- All requirements within one year of receipt or the application is void.
Next steps
Sourced from TDLR's own application page — Apply for an Establishment License. Requirements change; confirm against the Department before you apply or pay anything. Read it at tdlr.texas.gov
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Common Questions
How many hours do you need for a Texas cosmetology establishment license?
There is no course-hour requirement — a salon establishment license is a business license, not a training credential.
How much does a Texas cosmetology establishment license cost?
$78 to apply, non-refundable, and the license is valid two years from the date of issue.
How long is a Texas cosmetology establishment license valid?
Two years from the date of issue, then it renews on a two-year cycle.
How long do you have to finish the application?
One year from the date TDLR receives it. Miss that and the application is void and you start again.