How to Print Your Florida Cosmetology or Facial/Nail Specialist License

Why You Won’t Get a Mailed License

Back in 2019, the Florida Board of Cosmetology transitioned to a paperless system for all licenses. This means:

• You will not receive a license by mail after applying or renewing.
• You can access your license faster—no need to wait weeks for printing and shipping.
• You can print as many copies as needed (perfect if you work in multiple locations).

This applies to licenses for:

• Facial Specialist
• Nail Specialist
• Full Specialist
• Cosmetologist

How to Print Your License (Step-by-Step)

Follow these steps and you’ll have your official license ready to print in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Complete Any Required Education

If you’re applying for your first license, make sure your school submitted your graduation and hours to the state, and that you’ve completed the 4-hour HIV/AIDS course.

Already licensed and just renewing? The requirement for continuing education is now 10 hours (down from 16). Make sure that’s complete before you try to renew and print.

Step 2: Visit the DBPR Online Services Portal

Go to the official DBPR portal:
https://www.myfloridalicense.com/

Click “My Account” and log in. If you haven’t registered before, choose “Create My Account” and follow the prompts.

Step 3: Link Your License

Once you’re logged in, look for “Link an Existing License” if it’s not already connected. You’ll need:

• Your license number (look for it in your approval email from the Board)
• Your Social Security Number (last 4 digits)
• Your date of birth

Once linked, your license will appear under “Licenses Linked to My Online Services Account.”

Step 4: Print Your License Certificate

• Select your license from the list
• Click “Print License Certificate” (you’ll find this in the sidebar or top menu—mobile view may look different)
• Confirm your contact information when prompted
• Submit the request

Your certificate will be sent to your email!

Step 5: Check Your Email & Print

The DBPR will email your printable certificate to the email address on file. Make sure this is a working address that you check regularly. (Typos like “.con” instead of “.com” are more common than you think!)

Print your license at home, at work, or anywhere with a printer—Staples, FedEx, UPS, library, etc.

Step 6: Attach a 2×2 Photo & Laminate It

Per Florida law, your license must:

• Have a 2×2” headshot photo of you attached
• Be permanently laminated

This is required before displaying your license at any workstation or salon. You don’t need a professional photographer or camera. You can attach a passport photo, or take a selfie and print your photo on regular paper on a color printer, just don’t forget to laminate it!

From Rule 61G5-20.004:
Your license must be clearly visible at your station and include a recent 2×2 photo, laminated. Working without this can result in a $100 fine per violation.

Final Tips from IMAGE

• Double-check your email spelling when creating your DBPR account.
• Save a PDF copy of your license to your phone or computer.
• Display your laminated license at every location you work. It’s required by law.
• Still waiting for your application to be approved? You can check your status at https://www.myfloridalicense.com under “Application Status.”