Barber / Arkansas
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Arkansas Barber License Requirements

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.

Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Cuts and styles hair. Licensed in all 50 states and DC.

What the Arkansas data shows for Barbers

Becoming a licensed barber in Arkansas means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 1,122 training hours, a passing score on State Barber Board Exam, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 16. Arkansas regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Barber School".

The initial price tag is $65, and renewal costs $38 every 2 years. Arkansas doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

For barbers, the reciprocity picture is: Varies by state — check with state board.

Licensing Ease Score

B+
Licensing Ease Score
76/100
Barber · Arkansas

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training D
1,122 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A-
$65
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden A
$19/yr
$38 every 2 years
Continuing Education A+
None required
No continuing-education mandate
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Arkansas

Education / Training Hours
Barber School
1,122 hours
Exam Requirement
State Barber Board Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$65
Renewal Fee
$38
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
16 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Arkansas licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Barber in Arkansas? ▼
Arkansas's requirements cover 1122 hours of education or training, the State Barber Board Exam exam, and an initial fee of $65. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Barber in Arkansas? ▼
To become a licensed barber in Arkansas, you must meet the state's requirements including 1122 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Arkansas licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Barber license to Arkansas from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for barbers nationally works like this: Varies by state — check with state board. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Arkansas. Verify the specifics with the Arkansas licensing board.
Does Arkansas require a background check for Barber licensing? ▼
Yes, Arkansas requires a criminal background check as part of the barber licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.

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What to do with this barber license

Barber in Arkansas, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a barber-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Arkansas's barber requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Barber in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state barber license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Arkansas's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Arkansas overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Arkansas licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.