TDLR Application
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Cosmetology License
Official permission granted by TDLR to practice hair, skin, and nail services in Texas. Must be r...
Read MoreEsthetician License
A specialized license allowing professionals to perform skincare services such as facials, waxing...
Read MoreCosmetology Exam
The official TDLR assessment, usually consisting of a written and practical portion, required for...
Read MoreTDLR Renewal Fee
The payment required when submitting a renewal application; fees can vary for different license t...
Read MoreCriminal History Evaluation
A TDLR process reviewing an applicant’s past convictions or offenses to determine if they’re elig...
Read MoreMilitary Service Member Exemption
A special waiver or extension of CE deadlines for active-duty military or their spouses, acknowle...
Read MoreExpired License
A license that has not been renewed by its deadline; TDLR can impose fees, require backdated CE, ...
Read MoreLicense Reinstatement
The process to restore an expired or revoked cosmetology license, involving additional fees, upda...
Read MoreTDLR Payment Portal
The online system through which license holders can pay renewal fees, penalties, or application c...
Read MoreOral Exam Accommodation
Special arrangement for license candidates who need an oral (rather than written) exam format, gr...
Read MoreTDLR Wallet Card
A small, portable license format (in addition to the wall license) verifying a cosmetologist’s cr...
Read MorePhoto on File
The required image for TDLR licenses, typically submitted or updated during application or renewa...
Read MoreTDLR Cosmetology Forms
Standardized documents (e.g., license applications, CE provider forms) that must be filled out ac...
Read MoreCriminal History Check
The TDLR process of reviewing an applicant’s or licensee’s background for specific offenses. May ...
Read MoreTemporary License Extension
A short-term extension granted by TDLR if a licensee has submitted all fees and is awaiting final...
Read MoreTDLR Fingerprinting
Required in some cases for criminal history checks or specialized licenses; ensures accurate back...
Read MoreTDLR Enforcement Backlog
A high volume of pending complaints or inspections; licensees might experience processing delays,...
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