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Barbers

# Virginia barber license requirements

Virginia requires 750 approved school hours, a completed registered apprenticeship or equivalent out-of-state training, followed by written and practical examinations.

Statewide license Reviewed October 2, 2026

## Credential requirements

### Virginia Barber license.

1.  #### Education
    
    Complete 750 hours in an approved barber school, or complete a registered apprenticeship through Virginia Works, or document equivalent out-of-state education and training.
    
2.  #### Exam
    
    Pass the Virginia barber written and practical examinations.
    
3.  #### Experience
    
    Apprentices train under the registered program and approved supervision. The school route has no separate post-school work requirement for initial licensure.
    
4.  #### Application
    
    Apply to DPOR with school, apprenticeship or equivalency evidence, examination results, identity and fees.
    

**Good to know:** Master Barber is a separate credential requiring additional master training or dual-licensure education. Chemical services and the master scope should not be inferred from the entry Barber license.

## Official sources

Requirements change. Confirm the details with these official sources before you apply.

-   [Virginia DPOR barber and cosmetology licensing requirements, revised August 2026(opens in a new tab)](https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/sites/default/files/boards/BarberCosmo/Barber%20Cosmo_Virginia%20Licensing%20Requirements.pdf)dpor.virginia.gov
-   [Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetology(opens in a new tab)](https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/Boards/BarberCosmo)dpor.virginia.gov

This guide summarizes publicly available requirements for initial licensing and is not legal advice. Licensing authorities update their rules, so always confirm with the official sources before you apply.

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