Hair Salon Permit Requirements in New Orleans, LA

Complete permit and license guide for starting a hair salon in New Orleans, Orleans County, Louisiana.

$300 -- $1000 4–10 weeks to obtain all permits and licenses 5 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

New Orleans / Orleans County Requirements

2 requirements
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Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology — Cosmetology Shop License

All cosmetology shops (hair salons, nail salons, barber shops) in Louisiana must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology. An inspection is required before the license is issued. License must be renewed annually.

$60 (initial); $60 (annual renewal)3–6 weeks after application and inspection
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City of New Orleans Bureau of Revenue / Department of Safety and Permits — Business License

New Orleans requires a City Business License (Annual Business Tax) and a Certificate of Occupancy for all businesses. The Bureau of Revenue handles business taxes; the Department of Safety and Permits handles occupancy and zoning. This license must be renewed annually and displayed at your place of business.

$50–$500/year depending on business type and gross revenues1–3 weeks
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Louisiana State Requirements

2 requirements
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Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology — Individual Cosmetologist License

Each cosmetologist must hold a valid Louisiana Cosmetologist License. Requires 1,500 hours of cosmetology school and passing the state board exam.

$30 (initial); $30 (annual renewal)4–8 weeks
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Louisiana Department of Revenue — Sales Tax Registration

Required for all businesses selling taxable goods or services in Louisiana. Louisiana's state sales tax rate is 4.45%. Louisiana has a complex tax structure with local parish sales taxes that can bring the total rate to 8–12%. Register with the Louisiana Department of Revenue and separately with each applicable parish.

Free1–5 business days (online)
Official government source

Federal Requirements

1 requirement
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EIN (Employer Identification Number)

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

FreeImmediate (online application)
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