Licensed Massage Establishment

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August 3, 2026

Establishment Ownership Structural Types

Before applying for a Massage Establishment license, you must determine who owns the establishment and identify all individuals who must be reported on the application.  Sole Proprietorship  If the establishment […]
August 3, 2026

Background Screening

NOTE: specific background requirements are dependent on the establishment structural type Per 480.043, F.S., an establishment owner shall comply with the background screening requirements under s. […]
April 30, 2025

General Requirements

Current licenses expire at midnight, Eastern Time, on August 31, 2027. Failure to renew an active license by the expiration date will result in the license being […]
April 30, 2025

Renewal Process

Additional Information: The process of renewing a license and receiving a printed license in the mail may take 7-10 business days. Initiating contact to confirm the […]
April 30, 2025

I need to access a Business Establishment License

Go to www.flhealthsource.gov and click the “Account Login” button. Click the “Returning Business Establishment/School” button. Enter your User ID** and Password**, then click the “Login” button. Confirm or […]
April 30, 2025

Renewal Fees

Certified check or money order should be made payable to the Florida Department of Health. If renewing BEFORE your license expires, your fees will be: $105.00 If renewing AFTER your license […]
April 30, 2025

Statutes & Rules

Click on Chapter or Section Number to View Florida Statute Chapter 456: Health Professions and Occupations: General Provisions Chapter 480: Massage Practice Florida Administrative Code Rules: Chapter […]
April 30, 2025

Background Screening

NOTE: specific background requirements are dependent on the establishment structural type    Applicants for initial licensure must use a Livescan service provider to submit a set […]