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Wyoming barber license — 1,000 training hours, exam details, fees ($185), and application steps. Verified 2026 data. Data verified 2026-04-03. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Barber
Governing Authority
Wyoming Board of Barber Examiners (under the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology)
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1,000 hrs
Training Hours
Written + Practical
Exam Type
$185
Gov. Fees
Not available
Apprenticeship
1 year (annual)
Renewal Cycle
No
CE Required
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17 years old
Education Level
10th grade or equivalent
Residency
No state residency required
Background Check
Not required
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Total Training Hours
1,000 hours
Wyoming Board-approved barber training program
Apprenticeship Alternative
Not availableOnline Hours Allowed
Not specified; contact the Board for current policy
Curriculum Includes
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WY Barber Examination
Confirmed: Barber Stylist requires NIC theory + NIC written-practical via ProV at testing centers. Barber (no chemicals) requires NIC computer-based theory via ProV + NIC hands-on practical administered at board office in Cheyenne (2515 Warren Ave, Suite 302).
NIC Barber Practical Examination
NIC practical examination. Offered in Casper, Wyoming. Exam retakes cost $65.
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Barber: Haircutting, shaving, trimming beards and mustaches, shampooing, and scalp treatments. Barber-Stylist: All barber services plus hair coloring, chemical texture services, and additional styling techniques.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee License fee payable to the Board | $60 |
Exam Fee Covers both written and practical exams. Retake fee is $65. | $125 |
License Fee | $60 |
Total Government Fees Exam ($125) + license ($60) | $185 |
Barber School Tuition: $5,000–$15,000
Varies by school; NOT a government fee. Wyoming has very few barber schools.
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Wyoming accepts licensed barbers from other states by reciprocity. Applicants must hold a valid barber license from another state.
Additional Requirements: Must submit application and applicable fees. Wyoming cosmetology license holders may take a crossover exam after completing 750 hours of barber training.
Cosmetologist crossover: 750 hours of barber training.
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Initial License Term
1 year
Renewal Cycle
1 year (annual)
Renewal Fee
$75
Continuing Education
Not required
Late Renewal Fee
Late fee set by board rule
Learn more about the renewal process in our barber license renewal requirements guide.
Shop License Fee: $75 (Annual shop license fee set by the Board. Late fee applies if not paid by July 31.)
Barbershops must be licensed and display the appropriate license(s), infection control standards, and most recent inspection sheet visibly for consumers. Shop licenses are not transferable.
Wyoming distinguishes between Barber (1,000 hours) and Barber-Stylist (1,250 hours) licenses, where the standard barber license does NOT include chemical services like hair coloring. This is similar to Virginia's barber/master barber distinction. Exams are only offered approximately twice per year in Casper, making scheduling important. Cosmetologists can cross over to barbering with a reduced 750-hour requirement. Wyoming has very few barber schools, so many students train out of state.
MULTI-TIER: Barber (1,000 hrs, no chemicals) / Barber Stylist (1,250 hrs, includes chemicals).
Different exam formats: Barber = NIC theory + board-administered practical in Cheyenne. Barber Stylist = NIC theory + NIC written-practical via Prov.
Annual renewal — $75/year.
HB 257 (2025) proposes creating apprenticeship pathway — verify if enacted.
Cosmetologist crossover: 750 hours barber training.
Total fees: $185.
Barber Schools in Wyoming
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