Massage Therapy License Renewal in Louisiana (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in Louisiana is handled by the Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy, which requires Massage Therapist (LMT)s to renew every 12 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.

Louisiana Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Professional (LMT) licenses expire March 31 each year, regardless of the original issue date, and must be renewed annually on or before that date. Renewal must be received or postmarked by March 31 to avoid a late fee. CEUs must be completed within the renewal year (April 1 through March 31).
CE hours required	12 hours
Renewal fee	$125.00
Online renewal	Check board
CE tracking system	No state-run CE tracking portal; CEUs are self-reported via the paper renewal with certificates of completion uploaded/attached, and courses must be board-registered (LCEU#). CE transcripts are not accepted.
Governing body	Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy

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Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in Louisiana

A minimum of 12 hours of board-approved continuing education (CEUs) per annual renewal year (April 1 - March 31). Courses must be Louisiana state-registered with an LCEU course number; association CE (AMTA, ABMP, FSMTB) only counts if registered with the board. No separate ethics-hour mandate, though approved content must relate to massage theory, practice, methods, laws/regulations, business, or ethical principles of massage therapy. First-year exemption: CE is not required during the first 12 months after initial Louisiana licensure (licensee must still renew and indicate "first year of licensure - no CEUs required"). Up to 12 excess CEUs may carry over to the next renewal cycle only.

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in Louisiana

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy portal.
Complete the required 12 CE hours and confirm they appear in No state-run CE tracking portal; CEUs are self-reported via the paper renewal with certificates of completion uploaded/attached, and courses must be board-registered (LCEU#). CE transcripts are not accepted..
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: State-level licensure confirmed (LMT / Professional License). Per the board's 2026 renewal instructions (email/postcard sent to all licensees 2/27/2026), online renewal is currently unavailable due to an unexpected website rebuild; the board advises all renewals (professional, establishment, registration) be mailed on paper with a cashier's check or money order until further notice. Online renewal may be restored later. No extensions or waivers are granted regardless of circumstance. Board office: 9619 Interline Ave, Suite B, Baton Rouge, LA 70809; 225-756-3488. Fee/late fee/deadline/CE figures verified on the official 2026 renewal PDF and the board's laws-and-rules page.

Massage Therapy license renewal in Louisiana: frequently asked questions

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

Louisiana Massage Therapy licenses renew every 12 months. Professional (LMT) licenses expire March 31 each year, regardless of the original issue date, and must be renewed annually on or before that date. Renewal must be received or postmarked by March 31 to avoid a late fee. CEUs must be completed within the renewal year (April 1 through March 31).

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

Approximately 12 continuing-education hours per cycle. A minimum of 12 hours of board-approved continuing education (CEUs) per annual renewal year (April 1 - March 31). Courses must be Louisiana state-registered with an LCEU course number; association CE (AMTA, ABMP, FSMTB) only counts if registered with the board. No separate ethics-hour mandate, though approved content must relate to massage theory, practice, methods, laws/regulations, business, or ethical principles of massage therapy. First-year exemption: CE is not required during the first 12 months after initial Louisiana licensure (licensee must still renew and indicate "first year of licensure - no CEUs required"). Up to 12 excess CEUs may carry over to the next renewal cycle only. Confirm the current requirement with the Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy.

Can I renew my Louisiana Massage Therapy license online?

Check the Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy for the current renewal method.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $100 may apply. Contact the Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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