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Board of Barbers and Hairdressers

Attention: Tattooing, Body Piercing, and Permanent Cosmetic Coloring Courtesy License Applicants

At this time, the board may only issue one courtesy license in a calendar year (12 AAC 09.004). A regulation project changing the number of courtesy licenses allowed in a calendar year will be considered by the board at their next meeting. However, if approved by the board, the regulation change may not go into effect until sometime in 2024.

In the meantime, we are encouraging courtesy license applicants to apply for full licensure as a tattooist, body piercer, or permanent cosmetic colorist. Obtaining full licensure would allow the license holder to participate in as many body art events in Alaska as they would like.

Applicants may be required to take and pass the Alaska written examination (covering health and safety topics). Licenses issued by this board are due for renewal August 31 of odd numbered years.

If you choose to apply for full licensure, we recommend submitting your application, supporting documentation, and fees right away. If you apply for and receive a courtesy license, you are limited to participating in special events or shows within one 30-day window per calendar year.

For applications, please select the “Applications and Forms” quick link located on the right hand side of the page or click here.

Applications & Forms

Individual Applications

Initial Individual Applications

Student and Apprentice Applications

Student Enrollment Forms

Barber and Hairdresser Student Forms

Non-Chemical Barber Student Forms

Esthetician Student Forms

Manicurist with Advanced Endorsement Student Forms

Student Instructor Forms

Tattooing, Permanent Cosmetic Coloring, and Body Piercing Applications

Initial Tattooing, Permanent Cosmetic Coloring, and Body Piercing Applications

Tattooing Apprentice Reporting Forms

Permanent Cosmetic Coloring Apprentice Reporting Forms

Body Piercing Apprentice Applications

State Approved Online Blood Borne Pathogen Courses Offered by the American Red Cross or an Equivalent Organization

The Board has approved these ten online blood-borne pathogen courses:

Information

School and Shop Applications

School and Shop Owner Applications

License Renewal Applications

Miscellaneous Forms

Division forms may be found in the CBPL Quick links, located in the sidebar to the right.