MASSAGE TECHNICIAN LICENSE

The Massage Technician’s permit issued by the Sheriff’s License Division is issued only for the unincorporated areas of the County of San Diego. Submission of the application is just one step in a 30 day process. Applicants need to be aware that there are additional steps to complete the process.

Step One - Massage Technician Physical Exam

Step one is to have the Massage Technician Physical Examination form completed by a medical examiner. This form requires completion of a TB test. The form needs to be signed off by a medical examiner before you call our office to make an appointment. 

Massage Technician Physical Exam Form

Step Two - Massage Technician Application

Step two is the submission of your completed application (including the Physical Examination form). The application must be filled out completely and must be submitted in person by appointment only, at the San Diego County Sheriff’s License Division.  

Massage Technician Application Form

The office is located at 9621 Ridgehaven Court, San Diego, CA 92123 (Google map). Please be aware that you must call in advance for an appointment (858) 974 2103. Appointment hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

At the time of the appointment, applicants will be interviewed, fingerprinted and photographed. Applicable fees will be collected: $313 by cash, check or money order only. In addition, there is a $51 fee for live scan fingerprinting; this additional amount must be submitted by money order only. Even if you have completed a live scan before, previous live scan results from other agencies cannot be accepted and a new live scan must be taken.

Applicants must submit an original transcript and diploma or certificate of completion showing completion of a massage program from a state accredited school. Copies of the original transcript and diploma or certificate of completion will be made at the time of the appointment.

Issue of Massage Technician Permit

Upon successful completion of the application, submission interview, and practical exam, applicants will be issued their Massage Technician permit by mail.  Permits are valid for one year. Renewal information is listed on the application.  If there are any questions during the process, contact the San Diego Sheriff’s Licensing Division at (858) 974-2020.