RN License Renewal in New Jersey (2026)

RN license renewal in New Jersey is handled by the New Jersey 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.

New Jersey RN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial, expiring May 31 of the renewal year. Renewing after the expiration date incurs a late fee, and practice on an expired license is prohibited.
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$120.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	New Jersey Board of Nursing

Go to the official New Jersey Board of Nursing renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the New Jersey Board of Nursing. manual review of NJ Division of Consumer Affairs Board of Nursing renewal page (fee figures flagged for re-check).

Continuing-education requirements for RNs in New Jersey

30 contact hours of board-approved continuing education every two years. Mandated topics include 1 hour on prescription opioid drugs and a one-time 1-hour organ/tissue-donation course; nurses caring for pregnant patients have implicit-bias education. Keep proof of completion for board audit.

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How to renew your RN license in New Jersey

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New Jersey Board of Nursing 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: Fee ($120) and late fee ($50) are published on the official NJ Division of Consumer Affairs nurse-renewal page, but that page shows stale example dates — verify the current figures with the Board before relying on them. Online renewal is via the state licensing portal.

RN license renewal in New Jersey: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my RN license in New Jersey?

New Jersey RN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial, expiring May 31 of the renewal year. Renewing after the expiration date incurs a late fee, and practice on an expired license is prohibited.

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

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per cycle. 30 contact hours of board-approved continuing education every two years. Mandated topics include 1 hour on prescription opioid drugs and a one-time 1-hour organ/tissue-donation course; nurses caring for pregnant patients have implicit-bias education. Keep proof of completion for board audit. Confirm the current requirement with the New Jersey Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my New Jersey RN license online?

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

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

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Registered Nurse (RN) renewal