North Carolina Registered Nurse License Renewal: Fees & Requirements (2026)
North Carolina RN Renewal at a Glance
- Renewal Fee
- $100
- CE Required
- None
- Renewal Cycle
- 2 years
- Late Fee
- $200
- Grace Period
- 60 days
North Carolina does not require CE for RN renewal, but continuing competency is expected.
How to Renew Your North Carolina RN License
- 1
Complete any required CE
North Carolina does not currently require continuing education for Registered Nurse renewal. Confirm with the North Carolina Board of Nursing before submitting your renewal.
- 2
Submit your renewal application
Log in to the North Carolina Board of Nursing online licensing portal before your license expiration date. Complete the renewal application and attest to CE completion if required.
- 3
Pay the $100 renewal fee
Pay the $100 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 60-day grace period, the late fee of $200 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 North Carolina Board of Nursing's public license lookup.
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