RN License Renewal in Mississippi (2026)

RN license renewal in Mississippi is handled by the Mississippi Board of Nursing, 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.

Mississippi RN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial, expiring December 31 of each even-numbered year (LPNs renew odd years). The renewal window opens in the fall; renewals after December 31 incur added administrative fees.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$100.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CE Broker
Governing body	Mississippi Board of Nursing

Go to the official Mississippi Board of Nursing renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Mississippi Board of Nursing. manual review of Mississippi Board of Nursing CE, renewal, and reinstatement pages.

Continuing-education requirements for RNs in Mississippi

Mississippi does not require continuing education for routine RN renewal; nurses maintain their own competency. CE (a minimum of 20 contact hours in the prior two years) is only required when a nurse has been out of practice for more than five years.

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How to renew your RN license in Mississippi

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Mississippi 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: Standard online renewal fee is $100; a January late renewal adds a $50 administrative fee, and later late renewal adds higher fees plus a background-check fee. The Board uses CE Broker for course history even though routine CE is not required.

RN license renewal in Mississippi: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my RN license in Mississippi?

Mississippi RN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial, expiring December 31 of each even-numbered year (LPNs renew odd years). The renewal window opens in the fall; renewals after December 31 incur added administrative fees.

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

Mississippi does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard RN license. Mississippi does not require continuing education for routine RN renewal; nurses maintain their own competency. CE (a minimum of 20 contact hours in the prior two years) is only required when a nurse has been out of practice for more than five years. Confirm the current rule with the Mississippi Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my Mississippi RN license online?

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

What happens if I let my Mississippi 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 Mississippi Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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