Hair Salon Permit Requirements in Phoenix, AZ

1. Employer Identification Number (EIN)

   Issued by the IRS at no cost. Required if you have employees (including booth renters classified as employees), operate as an LLC or corporation, or need a business bank account. Apply online for immediate issuance.

   Official government source

   Free·Same day (online)

   Free

   Same day (online)

1. Arizona Board of Barbering and Cosmetology — Salon License

   Issued by the Arizona Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (AZBBHE). All cosmetology salons must be licensed by the Board before opening. The salon must meet facility requirements including proper ventilation, sanitation stations, and equipment standards. An on-site inspection is required.

   Official government source

   $150–$200/year·2–4 weeks

   $150–$200/year

   2–4 weeks

2. Individual Cosmetologist License

   Every stylist or cosmetologist working in the salon must hold a current Arizona cosmetology license issued by AZBBHE. Requires completion of an accredited cosmetology program (1,600 hours) and passing the state board exam. License must be posted at the workstation.

   Official government source

   $75–$150 per license·4–8 weeks (after school completion)

   $75–$150 per license

   4–8 weeks (after school completion)

3. Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License

   Issued by the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR). Salon services are subject to TPT in Arizona. You must register through AZTaxes.gov and collect TPT on all taxable services and retail product sales before accepting clients.

   Official government source

   $12 one-time registration·1–2 weeks

   $12 one-time registration

   1–2 weeks

4. Arizona LLC or Corporation Registration

   Register your business entity with the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC). Operating as an LLC is strongly recommended to protect your personal assets from liability claims related to salon services.

   Official government source

   $50–$85 filing fee·1–2 weeks

   $50–$85 filing fee

   1–2 weeks

1. City of Phoenix Business License

   Required for all businesses operating within Phoenix city limits. Obtained through the Phoenix Finance Department. The salon must also pass a city zoning review to ensure the location is properly zoned for a personal services establishment.

   Official government source

   $50/year·1 week

   $50/year

   1 week

2. Certificate of Occupancy

   Issued by the City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department. Required before opening a salon in a commercial space. The building must pass fire, electrical, and plumbing inspections. Tenant improvements (sinks, ventilation, electrical) require a separate building permit.

   Official government source

   $100–$500 depending on build-out·2–6 weeks

   $100–$500 depending on build-out

   2–6 weeks

Official Sources

• azbbhe.us
• phoenix.gov
• azdor.gov
• azcc.gov

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