Cosmetology license transfer is when a state other than your home state of licensure allows you to perform cosmetology services legally. Often when transferring your cosmetology license from one state to another, you will need a record of your completed training hours from your beauty school or state cosmetology licensing board, and proof that you've taken and passed the board exams. Reciprocity and endorsement are two common ways to be able to transfer your cosmetology licensure from one state to the next.