How to change your name or address: Cosmetologists

How to change your name

To update your name on your Washington license, mail us a letter requesting a name change and include all of the following:

• Your previous name
• Your current name
• Your current address and phone number
• Type of license
• License number and date of birth
• If you want an updated license with your new name, also include a check or money order for the $15 fee (payable to the Department of Licensing).

How to change your address

• Mailing address:
  If you're changing only your mailing address, contact us by email, mail, or fax. There's no fee to change your mailing address. When you contact us, be sure to include your:
  • Name
  • Current address and phone number
  • Type of license
  • License number and date of birth
  • For salon/shops, include your business name and Unified Business Identification (UBI) number or tax registration number
• Business location address:
  If you're changing the location address of your salon/shop or school you must complete a new license application and pay the application fee.

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