Massage Therapy License Renewal in New Mexico (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in New Mexico is handled by the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division), 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.

New Mexico Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Licenses renew biennially and expire October 31. A 60-day grace period runs through December 30 during which the license may still be renewed (with the late penalty); licenses not renewed by December 30 are placed on inactive status as of December 31.
CE hours required	16 hours
Renewal fee	$125.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division)

Go to the official New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division). automated research workflow (official new-mexico massage board), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in New Mexico

16 CE hours required per 2-year renewal cycle. At least 4 hours must be in ethics, and at least 8 hours must be live/in-person training (including live webinars/Zoom). Up to 8 of the 16 hours may be completed via online or home-study courses; the ethics portion may be taken online or live.

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in New Mexico

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division) portal.
Complete the required 16 CE hours.
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 LMT license issued by the NM Massage Therapy Board under the Regulation and Licensing Department. Renewal is biennial, expiring Oct 31, completed online via the RLD licensing portal (nmrldlpi.my.site.com). Biennial renewal fee $125; late renewal penalty $75 (renewal during grace period or reactivation from inactive each incur $125 plus the $75 late penalty). CE: 16 hours/cycle incl. 4 ethics and min. 8 live in-person; up to 8 may be online/home study. Fees verified on the official RLD massage therapy fees page (codified at 16.7.3 NMAC); CE verified on the official RLD CE requirements page. No board-operated CE tracking system identified (licensees self-report/retain records).

Massage Therapy license renewal in New Mexico: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Massage Therapy license in New Mexico?

New Mexico Massage Therapy licenses renew every 24 months. Licenses renew biennially and expire October 31. A 60-day grace period runs through December 30 during which the license may still be renewed (with the late penalty); licenses not renewed by December 30 are placed on inactive status as of December 31.

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

Approximately 16 continuing-education hours per cycle. 16 CE hours required per 2-year renewal cycle. At least 4 hours must be in ethics, and at least 8 hours must be live/in-person training (including live webinars/Zoom). Up to 8 of the 16 hours may be completed via online or home-study courses; the ethics portion may be taken online or live. Confirm the current requirement with the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division).

Can I renew my New Mexico Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — New Mexico offers online renewal through the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my New Mexico Massage Therapy license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $75 may apply. Contact the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board (Regulation and Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions Division) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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