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Iowa Massage Therapy License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your massage therapy license in Iowa. Last updated 2026. Source

State License
Required
Application Fee
$80
Bond Required
none
License Details
License Name Licensed Massage Therapist
Issuing Authority Iowa Board of Massage Therapy
Exam Required Yes
Bond Amount none
GL Insurance $1,000,000 GL recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee $80
Renewal Fee $60
Renewal Period annual
CE Required yes
CE Hours 8
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 0
Note: Iowa requires 500 hours of education. MBLEx exam required. 8 CE hours per year. Background check required.

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