The retired status exempts acupuncturists from the registration process, registration fee, and Continuing Education.
The following restrictions apply to acupuncturists whose licenses are on retired status:
- the license holder must not engage in the practice of acupuncture in Texas; and
- to be eligible for retired status, a license cannot be under investigation, under a Board order, or be otherwise restricted.
To return to practice from retired status, an acupuncturist must submit an application online for re-activation/re-licensure and meet all of the current requirements for licensure.
To request retired status, complete and return the retirement request form (link below) to the Board for approval before the expiration date of the current registration permit. Refunds of registration fees already paid cannot be made.
If an acupuncturist is ineligible for retired status, biennial registration, including the fee and continuing education, are required to keep the license current.
Acupuncture Retirement Request Form