LPN License Renewal in New Mexico (2026)

LPN license renewal in New Mexico is handled by the New Mexico 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.

New Mexico LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	LPN licenses renew biennially (every 2 years) tied to the licensee's birth month. After initial issuance (one year plus the months to the applicant's birth month), licenses thereafter run a full 24-month cycle. The renewal link opens in the Nurse Portal 60 days before expiration, with reminder emails sent 60 and 30 days prior.
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$110.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CE Broker
Governing body	New Mexico Board of Nursing

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in New Mexico

LPNs must complete 30 contact hours of continuing education per 24-month renewal cycle (regulation 16.12.2.9 Q). CE must be completed and reported through CE Broker before submitting the renewal application. No specific mandated CE topics are published for LPNs, and no practice-hours alternative pathway is offered for LPNs.

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How to renew your LPN license in New Mexico

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New Mexico Board of Nursing portal.
Complete the required 30 CE hours and confirm they appear in CE Broker.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: New Mexico calls the credential Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); only California and Texas use the term Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). The Board only accepts online applications via the Nurse Portal. The $200 figure is a combined late/lapsed/reactivation/reinstatement fee (not a fee added on top of the $110 renewal). New Mexico's LPN CE hours (30) match its RN requirement.

LPN license renewal in New Mexico: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in New Mexico?

New Mexico LPN licenses renew every 24 months. LPN licenses renew biennially (every 2 years) tied to the licensee's birth month. After initial issuance (one year plus the months to the applicant's birth month), licenses thereafter run a full 24-month cycle. The renewal link opens in the Nurse Portal 60 days before expiration, with reminder emails sent 60 and 30 days prior.

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

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per cycle. LPNs must complete 30 contact hours of continuing education per 24-month renewal cycle (regulation 16.12.2.9 Q). CE must be completed and reported through CE Broker before submitting the renewal application. No specific mandated CE topics are published for LPNs, and no practice-hours alternative pathway is offered for LPNs. Confirm the current requirement with the New Mexico Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my New Mexico LPN license online?

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

What happens if I let my New Mexico LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $200 may apply. Contact the New Mexico Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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