LPN License Renewal in Wisconsin (2026)

LPN license renewal in Wisconsin is handled by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (administered by the Department of Safety and Professional Services), 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.

Wisconsin LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial fixed-date renewal: the Licensed Practical Nurse credential expires April 30 of each odd-numbered year (04/30/odd year). All LPNs renew on this same statewide date regardless of birth month.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$73.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Wisconsin Board of Nursing (administered by the Department of Safety and Professional Services)

Go to the official Wisconsin Board of Nursing (administered by the Department of Safety and Professional Services) renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin requires no continuing education for LPN (or RN) license renewal. Renewal consists of paying the fee, completing the mandatory Nursing Workforce Survey (required under Wis. Stat. ch. 106.30) during the open renewal period, and reporting state of primary residency. There is no CE-hours mandate and no competency/practice-hours pathway requirement.

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How to renew your LPN license in Wisconsin

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (administered by the Department of Safety and Professional Services) 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 "Licensed Practical Nurse" (LPN) in Wisconsin; only California and Texas use the "Licensed Vocational Nurse" (LVN) label. Renewal is done through the DSPS "LicensE" online portal. The official Renewal Dates and Fees schedule lists "Nurse, Licensed Practical" (Reg Type 31): renewal date 04/30/odd year, renewal fee $73, with-late-fee total $98 — so the late/delinquency add-on is $25. RN renews on a different date (02/28/even year) but the same fees. Wisconsin notably imposes no CE requirement for nurses, unlike many states.

LPN license renewal in Wisconsin: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin LPN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial fixed-date renewal: the Licensed Practical Nurse credential expires April 30 of each odd-numbered year (04/30/odd year). All LPNs renew on this same statewide date regardless of birth month.

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

Wisconsin does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard LPN license. Wisconsin requires no continuing education for LPN (or RN) license renewal. Renewal consists of paying the fee, completing the mandatory Nursing Workforce Survey (required under Wis. Stat. ch. 106.30) during the open renewal period, and reporting state of primary residency. There is no CE-hours mandate and no competency/practice-hours pathway requirement. Confirm the current rule with the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (administered by the Department of Safety and Professional Services).

Can I renew my Wisconsin LPN license online?

Yes — Wisconsin offers online renewal through the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (administered by the Department of Safety and Professional Services). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Wisconsin LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $25 may apply. Contact the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (administered by the Department of Safety and Professional Services) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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