RN License Renewal in Arizona (2026)

RN license renewal in Arizona is handled by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, which requires Registered Nurse (RN)s to renew every 48 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.

Arizona RN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	48 months
Deadline rule	Four-year cycle, renewed by April 1 on a fixed date (not tied to birth month). Renewals may be submitted up to 6 months before the due date or within 30 days after.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$160.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Arizona State Board of Nursing

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

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Arizona State Board of Nursing. manual review of Arizona State Board of Nursing renewal page.

Continuing-education requirements for RNs in Arizona

Arizona requires a practice/competency standard rather than CE contact hours: at renewal the RN must meet ONE of — practiced 960+ hours in the past 5 years, graduated from a nursing program within 5 years, completed a board-approved refresher within 5 years, or earned an advanced nursing degree within 5 years.

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How to renew your RN license in Arizona

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Arizona 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: No standard CE-hour mandate for RN renewal; competency is the 960-hour/5-year practice rule. Late fee is $50 per month past the deadline, capped at $200, and requires a Late/Invalid License Questionnaire. Renewal is through the Arizona Nurse Portal. APRNs renew separately.

RN license renewal in Arizona: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my RN license in Arizona?

Arizona RN licenses renew every 48 months. Four-year cycle, renewed by April 1 on a fixed date (not tied to birth month). Renewals may be submitted up to 6 months before the due date or within 30 days after.

Can I renew my Arizona RN license online?

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

What happens if I let my Arizona RN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $50 may apply. Contact the Arizona State Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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