Barber Shop Permit Requirements in Laramie, WY

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

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

   Official government source

   Free·Immediate (online application)

   Free

   Immediate (online application)

1. State Barber License (per barber)

   Every barber must hold a Wyoming barber license, administered with the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology (cosmetology.wyo.gov). Requires 1,250 hours of barber schooling (750 hours for licensed-cosmetologist crossover) and passing the board examinations.

   Official government source

   $65 examination + ~$36 initial license (board fee schedule — confirm current amounts)·4–8 weeks

   $65 examination + ~$36 initial license (board fee schedule — confirm current amounts)

   4–8 weeks

2. Wyoming Department of Revenue — Sales Tax License

   Required for all businesses selling taxable goods or services in Wyoming. Wyoming charges a 4% state sales tax; counties may add up to 2% and optional resort taxes may apply. Register with the Wyoming Department of Revenue online.

   Official government source

   $60 one-time sales/use tax license fee (W.S. § 39-15-106(a))·Immediate (online)

   $60 one-time sales/use tax license fee (W.S. § 39-15-106(a))

   Immediate (online)

1. Wyoming Board of Cosmetology — Barber Shop / Salon License

   Barber shops in Wyoming must be licensed by the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology, which regulates both barbers and cosmetologists. The shop must pass an inspection (or receive verbal board approval) before opening, and the salon license must be posted. Applications must reach the Board office at least 15 days before opening. Licenses expire December 31 and renew annually.

   Official government source

   $300 initial salon/shop license (prorated $306-$318 for Oct-Dec openings)·Apply at least 15 days before opening

   $300 initial salon/shop license (prorated $306-$318 for Oct-Dec openings)

   Apply at least 15 days before opening

2. City of Laramie — Business License (specific regulated types only)

   Laramie does not require a general business license. The City Clerk licenses only specific business types: auctioneer, carnival/circus, junk dealer, mobile vending, pawnbroker, private security, roller skating rink, secondhand dealer, solid waste collector, and vehicle-for-hire businesses (plus rental housing registration). General contracting, electrical, and plumbing licenses are handled by the city's Code Administration division. If your business is not on the City Clerk's list, no city business license is required.

   Official government source

   $0 for most businesses — fees apply only to the specific regulated license types (confirm with the City Clerk, 307-721-5220)·Not applicable for most businesses; regulated license types vary

   $0 for most businesses — fees apply only to the specific regulated license types (confirm with the City Clerk, 307-721-5220)

   Not applicable for most businesses; regulated license types vary

Official Sources

• Wyoming State Board of Barber — Salon License
• City of Laramie City Clerk

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