New York Registered Nurse License Renewal: Fees & Requirements (2026)
New York RN Renewal at a Glance
- Renewal Fee
- $139
- CE Required
- None
- Renewal Cycle
- 2 years
- Late Fee
- $278
- Grace Period
- 60 days
New York does not require CE for RN license renewal, but many employers require ongoing education.
How to Renew Your New York RN License
- 1
Complete any required CE
New York does not currently require continuing education for Registered Nurse renewal. Confirm with the New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions before submitting your renewal.
- 2
Submit your renewal application
Log in to the New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions online licensing portal before your license expiration date. Complete the renewal application and attest to CE completion if required.
- 3
Pay the $139 renewal fee
Pay the $139 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 60-day grace period, the late fee of $278 applies.
- 4
Confirm license renewal
Download or print your renewed license. Verify your new expiration date and confirm the license appears as active in the New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions's public license lookup.
Official Licensing Board
New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions
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