What is a Personal Service Permit (PSP)?
A PSP allows some services at off-site locations, like a client's home or a wedding venue, if permitted by law.
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Who needs a PSP?
Licensed professionals traveling to clients may need a PSP depending on city or county rules.
Why does it matter?
Working without required permits can lead to fines, insurance issues, or platform suspension.
Eligible vs. Restricted
Service Examples
COMMONLY ALLOWED
MAKEUP APPLICATION
HAIR STYLING (NON-CHEMICAL)
BASIC NAIL GROOMING
YOGA INSTRUCTION
OFTEN RESTRICTED
CHEMICAL HAIR SERVICES
INVASIVE ESTHETICS
AUTOCLAVE / ADVANCED EQUIPMENT USE
MASSAGE WITHOUT PROPER CERTIFICATION
Get your PSP in 6 easy steps.
1
CONFIRM ELIGIBILITY
LICENSING, LOCAL RULES, AND SERVICE TYPES.
2
PREPARE DOCUMENTS
ID, LICENSE, $1M INSURANCE COVERAGE.
3
SUBMIT APPLICATION
CITY/COUNTY OFFICE.
4
PASS CHECKS
BACKGROUND AND/OR SANITATION AS NEEDED
5
RECEIVE APPROVAL
KEEP DIGITAL PROOF WITH YOU
6
MAINTAIN COMPLIANCE
RENEW PERMITS AND KEEP RECORDS
How 
can help:
Some jurisdictions require providers to keep records for up to 5 years.
Maintain digital proof of your PSP, appointments, and insurance.
FAQs
Not always. Requirements vary by service and location. Event makeup may not require it, but chemical services usually do.
No. A professional license and a PSP are separate requirements.
Most jurisdictions require $1M in general liability coverage.
Processing usually takes 1-6 weeks, depending on your jurisdiction.
Only if your local rules allow. Otherwise, you'll need to wait for written approval.
INCLUDES A PSP APPLICATION CHECKLIST, EXAMPLE FORMS, INSURANCE PROOF TEMPLATE, AND RENEWAL TRACKER
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