RN License Renewal in Michigan (2026)

RN license renewal in Michigan is handled by the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing), which requires Registered Nurse (RN)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.

Michigan RN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Two-year cycle, expiring March 31 in the renewal year. A 60-day grace period follows in which you can still renew with a late fee before relicensure is required.
CE hours required	25 hours
Renewal fee	$131.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CE Broker
Governing body	Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing)

Go to the official Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing). manual review of Michigan LARA Nursing Licensing Guide (rev. 1/26/2026) and nursing landing page.

Continuing-education requirements for RNs in Michigan

25 contact hours of board-approved CE per two-year period, including at least 2 hours in pain and symptom management. Implicit-bias training of 1 hour per year of the license cycle is required at each renewal, plus a one-time human-trafficking identification course. Nurses first licensed on/after May 8, 2024 have modified CE for their first renewal.

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How to renew your RN license in Michigan

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing) portal.
Complete the required 25 CE hours and confirm they appear in CE Broker.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Renew online via MiPLUS. CE is not submitted at renewal — you attest to completion and keep documentation for four years for possible random audit. CE Broker is available for optional tracking. The 2-year cycle is firmly verified; the exact March 31 date follows the established Michigan nursing cycle but was not printed verbatim in the verified guide.

RN license renewal in Michigan: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my RN license in Michigan?

Michigan RN licenses renew every 24 months. Two-year cycle, expiring March 31 in the renewal year. A 60-day grace period follows in which you can still renew with a late fee before relicensure is required.

How many CE hours are required to renew an RN license in Michigan?

Approximately 25 continuing-education hours per cycle. 25 contact hours of board-approved CE per two-year period, including at least 2 hours in pain and symptom management. Implicit-bias training of 1 hour per year of the license cycle is required at each renewal, plus a one-time human-trafficking identification course. Nurses first licensed on/after May 8, 2024 have modified CE for their first renewal. Confirm the current requirement with the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing).

Can I renew my Michigan RN license online?

Yes — Michigan offers online renewal through the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Michigan RN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $20 may apply. Contact the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA, Bureau of Professional Licensing) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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