Massage Therapy License Renewal in Maine (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in Maine is handled by the Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure, 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.

Maine Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Licenses renew annually on the anniversary date of the original license. Renewals submitted after expiration incur a late penalty; applications filed more than 90 days after expiration require the applicant to reapply as a new applicant with all original requirements, documentation, and fees.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$40.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure

Go to the official Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure. automated research workflow (official maine massage board), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in Maine

Maine does not impose a continuing education requirement for massage therapist license renewal. The official renewal instructions list only the renewal fee and late penalty, with no CE hours or required topics.

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in Maine

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Massage therapists are licensed at the state level by Maine OPOR (within the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation), administered as a program rather than an independent board. Verified from the official massage therapist licensing page: annual renewal tied to the original license anniversary date, $40 renewal fee, $50 late penalty after expiration, and reapplication required if more than 90 days late. Renewal is completed online via the OPOR portal (board number 4078); the Department must verify renewal conditions, so online submission is not automatic renewal. Licenses are now delivered by email. No statutory or rule-based continuing education requirement was found on official sources.

Massage Therapy license renewal in Maine: frequently asked questions

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

Maine Massage Therapy licenses renew every 12 months. Licenses renew annually on the anniversary date of the original license. Renewals submitted after expiration incur a late penalty; applications filed more than 90 days after expiration require the applicant to reapply as a new applicant with all original requirements, documentation, and fees.

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

Maine does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Massage Therapy license. Maine does not impose a continuing education requirement for massage therapist license renewal. The official renewal instructions list only the renewal fee and late penalty, with no CE hours or required topics. Confirm the current rule with the Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure.

Can I renew my Maine Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — Maine offers online renewal through the Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure. Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $50 may apply. Contact the Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR) - Massage Therapy Licensure promptly if your license has lapsed.

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