LPN License Renewal in Louisiana (2026)

LPN license renewal in Louisiana is handled by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE), which requires Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)s to renew every 12 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Louisiana LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	LPN licenses renew annually. The open renewal window runs November 1 through January 31; a license not renewed by midnight January 31 lapses and becomes Inactive - Lapsed, requiring reinstatement.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$61.08
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE)

Go to the official Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE) renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Louisiana

Louisiana does not require continuing education for LPN license renewal. The LSBPNE imposes no CE contact-hour or continued-competency practice-hours requirement on practical nurses (this differs from the separate Louisiana State Board of Nursing, which requires CE/practice hours for RNs).

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How to renew your LPN license in Louisiana

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE) portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: LPNs in Louisiana are governed by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE), distinct from the RN/APRN board (Louisiana State Board of Nursing). Louisiana uses the LPN title; the LVN designation applies only to California and Texas. Renewal is annual (not the typical 24-month biennial), via the LSBPNE Nurse Portal; a Nurse Portal account has been mandatory since July 1, 2019. Standard renewal fee is $61.08. A lapsed license requires reinstatement at a total of $162.88; the late/delinquent penalty is the difference (~$101.80). Payment by Visa, Mastercard, or Discover only. No continuing education is required.

LPN license renewal in Louisiana: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Louisiana?

Louisiana LPN licenses renew every 12 months. LPN licenses renew annually. The open renewal window runs November 1 through January 31; a license not renewed by midnight January 31 lapses and becomes Inactive - Lapsed, requiring reinstatement.

How many CE hours are required to renew an LPN license in Louisiana?

Louisiana does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard LPN license. Louisiana does not require continuing education for LPN license renewal. The LSBPNE imposes no CE contact-hour or continued-competency practice-hours requirement on practical nurses (this differs from the separate Louisiana State Board of Nursing, which requires CE/practice hours for RNs). Confirm the current rule with the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE).

Can I renew my Louisiana LPN license online?

Yes — Louisiana offers online renewal through the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Louisiana LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $101.8 may apply. Contact the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) renewal