Massage Therapy License Renewal in Kentucky (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in Kentucky is handled by the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy, which requires Massage Therapist (LMT)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Kentucky Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	An active massage therapist license is renewed biennially, due on or before the anniversary date of the license's original issuance. If not renewed by that date the license expires and the person may not practice; an expired license may still be renewed within 90 days of expiration with late fees and proof of CE.
CE hours required	12 hours
Renewal fee	$100.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	Kentucky eServices portal (DPL) — licensees track/document CE hours and renew online; the board reviews submitted CE lists.
Governing body	Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy

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Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in Kentucky

12 continuing education hours must be accrued during each 2-year licensure period, all in or related to the practice of massage therapy. A minimum of 3 of those 12 hours must be in professional ethics. Coursework on techniques performed on animals does not qualify. (201 KAR 42:110)

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in Kentucky

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy portal.
Complete the required 12 CE hours and confirm they appear in Kentucky eServices portal (DPL) — licensees track/document CE hours and renew online; the board reviews submitted CE lists..
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: State-level license confirmed (LMT). Facts verified against the board's official Laws and Regulations booklet on bmt.ky.gov: 201 KAR 42:020 Section 2(2) sets the active biennial renewal fee at $100; late renewal is $150 (up to 60 days after expiration), $200 (61-90 days), and after 90 days the applicant must comply with KRS 309.357(6). 201 KAR 42:040 sets renewal due on or before the anniversary date of issue. An expired license renewed within 90 days requires documentation of 24 CE hours (the 90-day-late path), versus the standard 12 hours per cycle. Inactive license renewal is $35/yr; return-to-active application fee is $50. Renewal is completed through the Kentucky eServices/DPL portal; the board recommends renewing at least six weeks before the renewal date.

Massage Therapy license renewal in Kentucky: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Massage Therapy license in Kentucky?

Kentucky Massage Therapy licenses renew every 24 months. An active massage therapist license is renewed biennially, due on or before the anniversary date of the license's original issuance. If not renewed by that date the license expires and the person may not practice; an expired license may still be renewed within 90 days of expiration with late fees and proof of CE.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Massage Therapy license in Kentucky?

Approximately 12 continuing-education hours per cycle. 12 continuing education hours must be accrued during each 2-year licensure period, all in or related to the practice of massage therapy. A minimum of 3 of those 12 hours must be in professional ethics. Coursework on techniques performed on animals does not qualify. (201 KAR 42:110) Confirm the current requirement with the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy.

Can I renew my Kentucky Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — Kentucky offers online renewal through the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Kentucky Massage Therapy license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $150 may apply. Contact the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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