Massage Therapy License Renewal in Montana (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in Montana is handled by the Montana Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division), 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.

Montana Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Massage therapist licenses expire and must be renewed annually by August 31. The online renewal period runs roughly early July through September 1; the renewal window opens about 60 days before expiration. Licenses issued within 60 days of August 31 are assigned the following August 31 as their first expiration. Renewing after August 31 incurs the regular renewal fee plus a late fee.
CE hours required	12 hours
Renewal fee	$90.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	No state-run CE tracking portal published; licensees self-certify CE at renewal and submit documentation if audited (CE audit handled by board staff at [email protected]).
Governing body	Montana Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division)

Go to the official Montana Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division) renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in Montana

A licensed massage therapist must earn at least 12 continuing education credits every two consecutive years, due by the renewal date in even-numbered years (program began in 2012). Note this is a 24-month CE cycle even though license renewal itself is annual. Prorated for new licensees: none required if licensed less than one full year at the first CE reporting date; 6 hours if licensed at least one but less than two full years. The official board page does not specify any mandatory topic such as ethics. Governed by Mont. Admin. R. 24.155.801. CE audit/questions: (406) 444-5696, [email protected].

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in Montana

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Montana Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division) portal.
Complete the required 12 CE hours and confirm they appear in No state-run CE tracking portal published; licensees self-certify CE at renewal and submit documentation if audited (CE audit handled by board staff at [email protected])..
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Montana licenses massage therapists at the state level via the Board of Massage Therapy under the DLI Business Standards Division. Online renewal is handled through the state ebiz.mt.gov/pol professional licensing portal (available 24/7 during the renewal window). Active renewal fee $90, late fee $180, inactive renewal $45 (per the official LMT license-information page; new fee schedule effective July 3, 2026). License renewal is annual (Aug 31), but the CE requirement is 12 hours per two-year period due in even-numbered renewal years.

Massage Therapy license renewal in Montana: frequently asked questions

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

Montana Massage Therapy licenses renew every 12 months. Massage therapist licenses expire and must be renewed annually by August 31. The online renewal period runs roughly early July through September 1; the renewal window opens about 60 days before expiration. Licenses issued within 60 days of August 31 are assigned the following August 31 as their first expiration. Renewing after August 31 incurs the regular renewal fee plus a late fee.

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

Approximately 12 continuing-education hours per cycle. A licensed massage therapist must earn at least 12 continuing education credits every two consecutive years, due by the renewal date in even-numbered years (program began in 2012). Note this is a 24-month CE cycle even though license renewal itself is annual. Prorated for new licensees: none required if licensed less than one full year at the first CE reporting date; 6 hours if licensed at least one but less than two full years. The official board page does not specify any mandatory topic such as ethics. Governed by Mont. Admin. R. 24.155.801. CE audit/questions: (406) 444-5696, [email protected]. Confirm the current requirement with the Montana Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division).

Can I renew my Montana Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — Montana offers online renewal through the Montana Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division). Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $180 may apply. Contact the Montana Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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