RN License Renewal in Connecticut (2026)

RN license renewal in Connecticut is handled by the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health), which requires Registered Nurse (RN)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.

Connecticut RN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Annual, typically expiring in the licensee's birth month. DPH emails a renewal notice about 60 days before expiration.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$110.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health)

Go to the official Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health). manual review of CT DPH RN licensure, online-renewal, and CE pages.

Continuing-education requirements for RNs in Connecticut

Connecticut does not impose a general annual CE-hour requirement for RN renewal. The one mandated topic is a 2-contact-hour training on screening for PTSD, suicide risk, depression, grief, and suicide prevention — required on or after Jan 1, 2022 and once every six years thereafter. Records are kept at least three years.

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How to renew your RN license in Connecticut

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health) 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: Renewal is online via the state eLicense system. The $110 figure is the RN renewal application fee. No fixed late fee is published; lapsed licenses follow a separate reinstatement process.

RN license renewal in Connecticut: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my RN license in Connecticut?

Connecticut RN licenses renew every 12 months. Annual, typically expiring in the licensee's birth month. DPH emails a renewal notice about 60 days before expiration.

Can I renew my Connecticut RN license online?

Yes — Connecticut offers online renewal through the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Connecticut RN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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