Pharmacist License Renewal in Minnesota (2026)

Pharmacist license renewal in Minnesota is handled by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy, which requires Pharmacist (RPh)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.

Minnesota Pharmacist renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Pharmacist licenses renew annually. Renewal opens January 1 and is due by February 1 each year. Renewal notices are not mailed, so licensees must keep a current email on file with the Board. (Note: the CE reporting cycle is separate and biennial — see ce_details.)
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$225.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Minnesota Board of Pharmacy

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Continuing-education requirements for Pharmacists in Minnesota

Pharmacists must complete 30 hours of continuing education per two-year (biennial) cycle, with CE reporting due by September 30 of each even-numbered year. Minnesota does not mandate any state-specific subject areas — there is no required pharmacy-law/jurisprudence, controlled-substance/opioid, immunization, or patient-safety topic and no separate live-CE requirement; only the total hour count must be met. Acceptable CE includes ACPE-approved courses, courses from Board pre-approved providers, and other pharmacy-practice courses approved by the Board on request. Licensees attest to completion in their online account; the Board conducts random audits and may request certificates showing completion within the cycle dates.

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How to renew your Pharmacist license in Minnesota

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy portal.
Complete the required 30 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Important nuance: the license RENEWAL is annual (due Feb 1), but the CE REPORTING cycle is biennial (30 hours, due Sept 30 of even years) — the two cycles differ. Renewal fee is $225 per Minn. Stat. 151.065; all annual renewal fees are subject to a 50% late fee if not received by the Board's deadline, so the late surcharge equals $112.50 (total of $337.50). As of Jan 1, 2024 an Emeritus (retired) status exists that no longer requires renewal. Online credit-card processing fees are the applicant's responsibility (effective June 1, 2023). Minnesota uses its own online attestation system, not NABP CPE Monitor.

Pharmacist license renewal in Minnesota: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Pharmacist license in Minnesota?

Minnesota Pharmacist licenses renew every 12 months. Pharmacist licenses renew annually. Renewal opens January 1 and is due by February 1 each year. Renewal notices are not mailed, so licensees must keep a current email on file with the Board. (Note: the CE reporting cycle is separate and biennial — see ce_details.)

How many CE hours are required to renew an Pharmacist license in Minnesota?

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per cycle. Pharmacists must complete 30 hours of continuing education per two-year (biennial) cycle, with CE reporting due by September 30 of each even-numbered year. Minnesota does not mandate any state-specific subject areas — there is no required pharmacy-law/jurisprudence, controlled-substance/opioid, immunization, or patient-safety topic and no separate live-CE requirement; only the total hour count must be met. Acceptable CE includes ACPE-approved courses, courses from Board pre-approved providers, and other pharmacy-practice courses approved by the Board on request. Licensees attest to completion in their online account; the Board conducts random audits and may request certificates showing completion within the cycle dates. Confirm the current requirement with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy.

Can I renew my Minnesota Pharmacist license online?

Yes — Minnesota offers online renewal through the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Minnesota Pharmacist license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $112.5 may apply. Contact the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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