⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.

Transfer Your Massage Therapist License: Michigan → Indiana

Everything you need to know about transferring your massage therapist license from Michigan to Indiana

Reciprocity Available

Accepts out-of-state licenses

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Michigan (MI)	Indiana (IN)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: $270.10; license fee: Included in application fee; exam fee: $265; background check fee: Included; total government fees: $465.10; confidence: high; sources: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/massage	application fee: $100; license fee: Included in application fee; exam fee: $195; total government fees: $295; confidence: high; sources: https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/massage-therapy-home/massage-therapy-licensing-information/
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: 3 years (after first renewal); initial license valid 4–12 months depending on issuance date within the cycle; CE hours: 18; Fee: $248.10	Period: 4 years (expires May 15 of every fourth year — 2025, 2029, 2033); CE hours: 24; Fee: $150

Data verified as of 2026-04-12. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Indiana accepts out-of-state massage therapist licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.
Renewal differs: Michigan — Period: 3 years (after first renewal); initial license valid 4–12 months depending on issuance date within the cycle; CE hours: 18; Fee: $248.10; Indiana — Period: 4 years (expires May 15 of every fourth year — 2025, 2029, 2033); CE hours: 24; Fee: $150.

Next Steps

1
Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) →
2
Request credential verification from Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Michigan board →
3
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
4
Submit your application to Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency).

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Indiana Licensing Board

Board: Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency)
Website: https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/massage-therapy-home/

Contact Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) to confirm current transfer requirements →

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GetLicenseMap is a research tool and does not provide legal, financial, or professional licensing advice. Licensing requirements vary by state and change frequently. Verify all information directly with your state licensing board before making licensing decisions.

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Michigan (MI)	Indiana (IN)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: $270.10; license fee: Included in application fee; exam fee: $265; background check fee: Included; total government fees: $465.10; confidence: high; sources: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/massage	application fee: $100; license fee: Included in application fee; exam fee: $195; total government fees: $295; confidence: high; sources: https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/massage-therapy-home/massage-therapy-licensing-information/
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: 3 years (after first renewal); initial license valid 4–12 months depending on issuance date within the cycle; CE hours: 18; Fee: $248.10	Period: 4 years (expires May 15 of every fourth year — 2025, 2029, 2033); CE hours: 24; Fee: $150

Data verified as of 2026-04-12. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Indiana accepts out-of-state massage therapist licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.

Renewal differs: Michigan — Period: 3 years (after first renewal); initial license valid 4–12 months depending on issuance date within the cycle; CE hours: 18; Fee: $248.10; Indiana — Period: 4 years (expires May 15 of every fourth year — 2025, 2029, 2033); CE hours: 24; Fee: $150.

Next Steps

Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) →

Request credential verification from Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Michigan board →

Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).

Submit your application to Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency).

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Indiana Licensing Board

Board

Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency)

Website

https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/massage-therapy-home/

Contact Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (administered by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) to confirm current transfer requirements →

Transfer Your Massage Therapist License: Michigan → Indiana

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Indiana Licensing Board

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Transfer Your Massage Therapist License: Michigan → Indiana

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Indiana Licensing Board

Prepare for Your Licensing Exam

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