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

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

Wisconsin RN Renewal at a Glance

Renewal Fee
$82
CE Required
None
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Late Fee
$164
Grace Period
60 days

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

How to Renew Your Wisconsin RN License

  1. 1

    Complete any required CE

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

  2. 2

    Submit your renewal application

    Log in to the Wisconsin 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 $82 renewal fee

    Pay the $82 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 60-day grace period, the late fee of $164 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 Wisconsin Board of Nursing's public license lookup.

Official Licensing Board

Wisconsin Board of Nursing

dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/RN/Default.aspx →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Wisconsin Registered Nurse renewal fee? +
The base renewal fee for a Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin is $82 per 2-year renewal cycle. The late renewal fee is $164 (grace period: 60 days).
How many Contact Hours does Wisconsin require for RN renewal? +
Wisconsin does not require continuing education for Registered Nurse license renewal.
Which board regulates Registered Nurse licenses in Wisconsin? +
The Wisconsin Board of Nursing regulates Registered Nurse licenses in Wisconsin. Visit their official website for the most current renewal instructions and fee schedule.
What happens if my Wisconsin RN license expires? +
Wisconsin provides a 60-day grace period after expiration during which you can renew by paying the late fee of $164. 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 Wisconsin Board of Nursing before submitting payment. How we source our data →