You must supply all of your training documentation, showing course content, for your principal qualification in therapeutic massage therapy, along with certificates of graduation from any massage related courses.

The New Zealand massage profession is self-regulating and not government regulated; the Government does not licence or register massage therapists in our country.

Massage New Zealand is a self-regulating association and has academic and practical requirements that must be met for the various levels of membership. It is highly recommended that you consider joining MNZ to help you understand the New Zealand massage industry and gain support.

Firstly, you should contact the Immigration Department to see if you meet their criteria for working in our country; their website address www.immigration.govt.nz will give you the necessary information and application forms.
If you meet the Immigration Department criteria, there are no regulations governing the practice of therapeutic massage therapy in New Zealand.