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Delaware Registered Nurse License Renewal: Fees & Requirements (2026)

Data verified: March 2026 · Source: Delaware Board of Nursing · Methodology →

Delaware RN Renewal at a Glance

Renewal Fee
$91
CE Required
None
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Late Fee
$182
Grace Period
60 days

Delaware RNs must complete 0 contact hours of continuing education every two years.

How to Renew Your Delaware RN License

  1. 1

    Complete any required CE

    Delaware does not currently require continuing education for Registered Nurse renewal. Confirm with the Delaware Board of Nursing before submitting your renewal.

  2. 2

    Submit your renewal application

    Log in to the Delaware Board of Nursing online licensing portal before your license expiration date. Complete the renewal application and attest to CE completion if required.

  3. 3

    Pay the $91 renewal fee

    Pay the $91 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 60-day grace period, the late fee of $182 applies.

  4. 4

    Confirm license renewal

    Download or print your renewed license. Verify your new expiration date and confirm the license appears as active in the Delaware Board of Nursing's public license lookup.

Official Licensing Board

Delaware Board of Nursing

dpr.delaware.gov/boards/nursing →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Delaware Registered Nurse renewal fee? +
The base renewal fee for a Registered Nurse license in Delaware is $91 per 2-year renewal cycle. The late renewal fee is $182 (grace period: 60 days).
How many Contact Hours does Delaware require for RN renewal? +
Delaware does not require continuing education for Registered Nurse license renewal.
Which board regulates Registered Nurse licenses in Delaware? +
The Delaware Board of Nursing regulates Registered Nurse licenses in Delaware. Visit their official website for the most current renewal instructions and fee schedule.
What happens if my Delaware RN license expires? +
Delaware provides a 60-day grace period after expiration during which you can renew by paying the late fee of $182. After the grace period, your license may become lapsed and require a reinstatement process.
Data last verified January 2025 from official board sources. Fees change without notice — verify current amounts at Delaware Board of Nursing before submitting payment. How we source our data →