Cosmetology License Fingerprinting Near Columbus, OH
The Ohio State Board of Cosmetology requires a criminal background check for all new license applicants, including cosmetologists, estheticians, hair braiders, nail technicians, and salon managers. Under ORC 4713.21, you must submit fingerprints using the Board's designated ORI. We handle cosmetology fingerprints for applicants from Columbus and surrounding areas, with walk-in availability every day.
Serving Columbus, Franklin County · Conveniently located on Morse Rd
Walk-Ins Welcome
No appointment needed
15–20 Minutes
Quick professional service
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15
Columbus, OH 43231
Cosmetology License Fingerprinting for Columbus Residents
Cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technician license applicants from Columbus must clear an Ohio State Board of Cosmetology BCI check under ORC 4713.21 before practicing in Franklin County salons and spas. BCI-only — no FBI required — and we process the submission electronically.
Who Needs Cosmetology License Fingerprinting?
Cosmetologist license applicants
Esthetician license applicants
Nail technician applicants
Hair braider applicants
Salon manager license applicants
Barber applicants (Board of Barbers has separate requirements)
Legal Requirements
ORC 4713.21 requires the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology to request a criminal records check for any individual applying for a license under ORC Chapter 4713. Results must be submitted using the Board ORI. The Board considers each application individually, but crimes involving theft, drug trafficking, fraud, or assault within the preceding 5 years can affect licensure.
What to Expect
Bring a valid photo ID and your Board of Cosmetology ORI. We do electronic fingerprint capture — no ink cards needed unless the Board specifically requests paper. The whole process takes under 15 minutes.
Turnaround
BCI: 2–5 business days. Results go to the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology.
Cost
BCI cosmetology check: $42.
What to Bring
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FBI fingerprinting required for cosmetology?
The Ohio Board of Cosmetology currently only requires BCI (not FBI) for licensure. BCI alone is sufficient for most cosmetology applicants.
I graduated from cosmetology school in another state. Do I still need Ohio fingerprints?
Yes. Even if you passed a background check in another state, Ohio requires its own BCI check for any new Ohio license applicant.
Where are you located in Columbus?
Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus OH 43231. We're in the heart of Columbus, right off Morse Rd between Cleveland Ave and I-71. Walk-in service every day, 9am to 7pm.
Can Columbus residents walk in without an appointment?
Yes. We accept walk-ins every day of the week, 9am to 7pm. Columbus clients regularly drop in on lunch breaks, after work, or on weekends. The fingerprinting itself takes 15–20 minutes.
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Cosmetology Board Fingerprinting Near Columbus
Walk in today at 3185 Morse Rd, Columbus — serving Columbus cosmetology applicants with same-day fingerprint capture. Open 7 days a week.
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 — Open Mon–Sun 9am–7pm