Barber / Hawaii
2026 data Hawaii board official source

Hawaii Barber License Requirements

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.

State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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

What the Hawaii data shows for Barbers

Hawaii's path to barber licensure runs through 1,395 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on State Barber Board Exam, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 16 can be licensed. Hawaii folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Barber School".

Budget $134 to get started, plus $68 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Hawaii, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Varies by state — check with state board.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
63/100
Barber · Hawaii

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 F
1,395 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$134
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B
$34/yr
$68 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 Hawaii

Education / Training Hours
Barber School
1,395 hours
Exam Requirement
State Barber Board Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$134
Renewal Fee
$68
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
16 years

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Compare all states for Barber All Hawaii licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Hawaii licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Barber in Hawaii? ▼
Hawaii requires 1395 education/training hours, passing an exam (State Barber Board Exam), and an initial fee of $134. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Barber in Hawaii? ▼
To become a licensed barber in Hawaii, you must meet the state's requirements including 1395 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Hawaii licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Barber license to Hawaii from another state? ▼
For barbers, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: Varies by state — check with state board. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Hawaii licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Hawaii require a background check for Barber licensing? ▼
Yes, Hawaii 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 Hawaii, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a barber-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Hawaii'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 Hawaii's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Hawaii overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Hawaii 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.