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New York Massage Therapy License Requirements [2026]

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$236
Bond Required
none
License Details
License Name Licensed Massage Therapist
Issuing Authority New York State Education Dept, Office of the Professions
Exam Required Yes
Bond Amount none
GL Insurance $1,000,000 GL recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee $236
Renewal Fee $108
Renewal Period triennial
CE Required yes
CE Hours 36
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 0
Note: New York requires 1,000 hours of education. MBLEx exam required. Background check required. 36 CE hours per 3-year renewal. One of the more rigorous requirements nationally.

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