LPN License Renewal in Maine (2026)

LPN license renewal in Maine is handled by the Maine State Board of Nursing, which requires Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)s to renew every 24 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.

Maine LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	After the first renewal, LPN licenses renew every two years on or before the licensee's birthday. The license must be renewed on or before the birthdate when it expires; the Board provides no grace period.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$50.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Maine State Board of Nursing

Go to the official Maine State Board of Nursing renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Maine

The Maine State Board of Nursing does not currently require continuing education to renew an LPN (or RN) license. No CE contact hours and no mandatory topics are required for renewal.

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How to renew your LPN license in Maine

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Maine State Board of Nursing 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: Credential is the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); only California and Texas use the term Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), which does not apply to Maine. Effective January 1, 2020, all renewals must be completed online (online renewal is mandatory, not merely offered). Maine requires no continuing education for nurse license renewal. The official Fee Schedule 2024 lists LPN Renewal at $50; no separate late/penalty fee for renewal is published. For lapsed/expired licenses, the schedule lists LPN Reinstatement at $60 and LPN Reactivation at $50 (these are not labeled as a renewal late fee, so late_fee_usd is left null). Board address: 161 Capitol St., 158 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0158; phone (207) 287-1133.

LPN license renewal in Maine: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Maine?

Maine LPN licenses renew every 24 months. After the first renewal, LPN licenses renew every two years on or before the licensee's birthday. The license must be renewed on or before the birthdate when it expires; the Board provides no grace period.

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

Maine does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard LPN license. The Maine State Board of Nursing does not currently require continuing education to renew an LPN (or RN) license. No CE contact hours and no mandatory topics are required for renewal. Confirm the current rule with the Maine State Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my Maine LPN license online?

Yes — Maine offers online renewal through the Maine State Board of Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Maine LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Maine State Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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