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Appearance Enhancement and Barber System 

The online Appearance Enhancement and Barber system upgrades are now complete. Please click the button below to visit the New York Business Express page where you can search for the individual license type you would like to apply for. For assistance with claiming your record, applying for a license, and more, please refer to our user guides. Paper applications and forms are also available here.

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Notary Public

Services include witnessing the signing of important documents, taking affidavits and depositions and giving oaths.
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Real Estate Licenses

Real Estate Salesperson and Real Estate Broker.

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Appearance Enhancement Licenses

AE Business; Cosmetology; Nail Specialty/Trainee; Natural Hair Styling; Waxing; Esthetics

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Barber Licenses

Barber; Barber Apprentice; Barber Shop Owner/Area Renter

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