Massage Therapy License Renewal in New York (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in New York is handled by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy), which requires Massage Therapist (LMT)s to renew every 36 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 York Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	36 months
Deadline rule	Massage therapy licenses (LMT) are registered on a triennial (3-year) basis. Registration must be renewed before each 3-year registration period expires to continue practicing; at renewal the licensee certifies completion of the required continuing education or an applicable exemption/adjustment.
CE hours required	36 hours
Renewal fee	$50.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy)

Go to the official New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy). automated research workflow (official new-york massage board), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in New York

36 hours of acceptable continuing education are required for each triennial (3-year) re-registration period, in effect since January 1, 2012. No more than 12 hours may be self-instructional coursework. Courses must be from SED-approved sponsors. No specific ethics or topic mandate is published in the rule. Licensees can earn up to 3 of the 36 hours via a department self-examination, and a one-year conditional registration is available for those unable to complete hours for good cause.

Need approved hours? Compare New York Massage Therapy CE courses (some links are affiliate links).

How to renew your Massage Therapy license in New York

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy) portal.
Complete the required 36 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: New York licenses massage therapists at the state level (title: Licensed Massage Therapist, LMT) through the NYS Education Department, Office of the Professions, under Article 155 of the Education Law and Part 78 of the Commissioner's Regulations. Renewal is via triennial registration. Published fees: $50 triennial registration fee PLUS a separate mandatory $45 continuing education fee per triennial period (total $95 typical for practicing LMTs); renewal_fee_usd reflects the $50 registration fee only. The $108 figure cited on the requirements page is the one-time initial licensure-and-first-registration fee, not the recurring renewal. A late/delinquent fee amount specific to LMTs was not located on the official pages and is left null. Online registration renewal is available through the Office of the Professions portal.

Massage Therapy license renewal in New York: frequently asked questions

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

New York Massage Therapy licenses renew every 36 months. Massage therapy licenses (LMT) are registered on a triennial (3-year) basis. Registration must be renewed before each 3-year registration period expires to continue practicing; at renewal the licensee certifies completion of the required continuing education or an applicable exemption/adjustment.

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

Approximately 36 continuing-education hours per cycle. 36 hours of acceptable continuing education are required for each triennial (3-year) re-registration period, in effect since January 1, 2012. No more than 12 hours may be self-instructional coursework. Courses must be from SED-approved sponsors. No specific ethics or topic mandate is published in the rule. Licensees can earn up to 3 of the 36 hours via a department self-examination, and a one-year conditional registration is available for those unable to complete hours for good cause. Confirm the current requirement with the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy).

Can I renew my New York Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — New York offers online renewal through the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy). Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Massage Therapist (LMT) renewal