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Barber Shop Permit Requirements in Overland Park, KS

Complete permit and license guide for starting a barber shop in Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas.

Verified 2026-09-03 5 stops $200–$800 est. 4–10 weeks to obtain all permits and licenses
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Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Key agencies and fees on this page were re-checked against official government sources on .

Federal — start here

1 stop

  1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

    Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

    Official government source for EIN (Employer Identification Number) (opens in a new tab)

    FreeImmediate (online application)

State of Kansas

2 stops

  1. Kansas Board of Barbering — Barber License (per barber)

    Each barber must hold a Kansas barber license from the Kansas Board of Barbering, the agency that has regulated the trade since 1913 (K.S.A. 65-1808 et seq.). Kansas requires no less than 1,200 and no more than 1,500 hours of barber school, then passing the board's examination. A licensed Kansas cosmetologist, or a barber from the armed services, can qualify by completing 500 additional hours at a licensed Kansas barber school before applying to test.

    Official government source for Kansas Board of Barbering — Barber License (per barber) (opens in a new tab)

    $100 examination fee plus $80 to issue the license (K.A.R. 61-7-2); renewal is $80. Restoration of a lapsed license runs $100 to $320 depending on how long it has been expired.The board gives the barber examination at least twice a year (K.S.A. 65-1815); no separate processing time is published. Contact the board at 785-296-2211.

  2. Kansas Department of Revenue — Retailer's Sales Tax License

    Required for all businesses selling tangible personal property or taxable services in Kansas. Kansas charges a 6.5% state sales tax; local jurisdictions may impose additional taxes. Register with the Kansas Department of Revenue.

    Official government source for Kansas Department of Revenue — Retailer's Sales Tax License (opens in a new tab)

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City of Overland Park / Johnson County

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  1. Kansas Board of Barbering — Barber Shop License

    Barber shops in Kansas are licensed by the Kansas Board of Barbering, not the Board of Cosmetology (which covers cosmetology, body art and tanning). A new shop, a change of shop name or address, and a change of ownership each require the Barber Shop License Application. The board conducts a virtual inspection from photos of the shop emailed to KBOB@ks.gov before issuing the license. Shop licenses renew annually.

    Official government source for Kansas Board of Barbering — Barber Shop License (opens in a new tab)

    $80 for a new shop, relocation, or change of ownership; $40 for the shop inspection and annual license fee thereafter (K.A.R. 61-7-2).Not published; the license is issued once the board has the completed application, fee and shop photos. Contact the board at 785-296-2211.

  2. City of Overland Park - No General Business License (Specialty Licenses Only)

    Overland Park does not require a general business license or Certificate of Occupancy renewal for most businesses. The City Clerk's office administers a small set of specialty licenses (massage therapist/establishment, pawnbroker, precious metal dealer, taxi/limo/car service, transient merchant) for businesses that fall into those categories; a Certificate of Occupancy is a one-time requirement tied to the space, not an annual business license.

    Official government source for City of Overland Park - No General Business License (Specialty Licenses Only) (opens in a new tab)

    $0 general license (specialty licenses only, fees vary by license type)not applicable unless a specialty license applies

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Open for business — est. $200–$800 · 4–10 weeks to obtain all permits and licenses

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