LPN License Renewal in Wyoming (2026)

LPN license renewal in Wyoming is handled by the Wyoming 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.

Wyoming LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial renewal on a fixed cycle; LPN/VN licenses expire and renew in even-numbered years. The renewal window runs from October 1 through December 31 of the renewal year (e.g., 2026).
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$90.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Wyoming State Board of Nursing

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Wyoming

Wyoming has no mandatory CE-hours requirement for LPN/VN renewal. Instead, the licensee must demonstrate continued competency by completing, within the prior two years, ONE of several options: 400 hours of practice as an RN/LPN/VN; 40 hours of continuing education; passing the NCLEX; completing a board-approved refresher course; or completing a nursing education program conferring a degree beyond basic nursing education. The 40 CE hours is only one of these alternative pathways, not a standalone mandate. (Separately, APRNs with prescriptive authority need 3 CE hours on controlled-substance prescribing/SUD, which does not apply to base LPN/VN renewal.)

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How to renew your LPN license in Wyoming

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Wyoming 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: Wyoming designates the practical credential as "LPN/VN" (Licensed Practical Nurse / Vocational Nurse); only California and Texas use the term Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). CE is not mandatory in Wyoming — continued competency can be met via practice hours, CE, exam, refresher, or further education, so ce_hours_required is null rather than a fixed number. Renewal fee of $90 is the same for RN and LPN/VN. A card-processing surcharge (about 2.4%, $1 minimum) applies to online payments. Board rules reportedly deleted the prior late fee (tied to the grace period), so a fixed late fee could not be confirmed (null). Renewal is completed online through the board's Nurse Portal, where applicants submit the application and evidence of meeting competencies.

LPN license renewal in Wyoming: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Wyoming?

Wyoming LPN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial renewal on a fixed cycle; LPN/VN licenses expire and renew in even-numbered years. The renewal window runs from October 1 through December 31 of the renewal year (e.g., 2026).

Can I renew my Wyoming LPN license online?

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

What happens if I let my Wyoming LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Wyoming 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