Massage Therapy Permit Requirements in Nashua, NH

Complete permit and license guide for starting a massage therapy in Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire.

$200 -- $700 4–10 weeks to obtain all licenses 5 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

Nashua / Hillsborough County Requirements

2 requirements
1

City of Nashua City Clerk — Business License

Nashua requires a Business License for regulated business types. Contact the City Clerk for requirements applicable to your business category. This license must be renewed annually and displayed at your place of business.

$50–$500/year depending on business type and gross revenues1–3 weeks
Official government source
2

Zoning / Certificate of Occupancy

A Certificate of Occupancy is required for any commercial space used as a massage therapy practice. Confirm with City of Nashua City Clerk that the location is properly zoned for personal service businesses.

$50–$2001–4 weeks
Official government source

New Hampshire State Requirements

2 requirements
1

New Hampshire Massage Therapists Governing Board — License

Massage therapists in New Hampshire must be licensed by the NH Massage Therapists Governing Board. Requires 750 hours of massage therapy education and passing the MBLEx.

$75 (initial)4–8 weeks
Official government source
2

New Hampshire — No Sales Tax

New Hampshire has no state sales tax and no local sales taxes. Businesses do not need a sales tax permit. However, businesses may be subject to the Business Profits Tax (BPT) and Business Enterprise Tax (BET). Register with the NH Department of Revenue Administration.

Free (business tax registration)Immediate (online)
Official government source

Federal Requirements

1 requirement
1

EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

FreeImmediate (online application)
Official government source

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