Rhode Island Registered Nurse License Renewal: Fees & Requirements (2026)
Rhode Island RN Renewal at a Glance
- Renewal Fee
- $175
- CE Required
- None
- Renewal Cycle
- 2 years
- Late Fee
- $350
- Grace Period
- 60 days
Rhode Island RNs must complete 0 contact hours of continuing education every two years.
How to Renew Your Rhode Island RN License
- 1
Complete any required CE
Rhode Island does not currently require continuing education for Registered Nurse renewal. Confirm with the Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education before submitting your renewal.
- 2
Submit your renewal application
Log in to the Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education online licensing portal before your license expiration date. Complete the renewal application and attest to CE completion if required.
- 3
Pay the $175 renewal fee
Pay the $175 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 60-day grace period, the late fee of $350 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 Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education's public license lookup.
Official Licensing Board
Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education
health.ri.gov/nursing →Calculate Your Total Renewal Cost
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