RN License Renewal in New York (2026)

RN license renewal in New York is handled by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions — State Board for Nursing, which requires Registered Nurse (RN)s to renew every 36 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 York RN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	36 months
Deadline rule	Triennial. RN registration must be renewed every three years; NYSED mails a renewal application and PIN to the address on file about four months before it expires. Practicing on an expired registration is not allowed.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$73.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions — State Board for Nursing

Go to the official New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions — State Board for Nursing renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions — State Board for Nursing. manual review of NYSED Office of the Professions nursing FAQ and online-renewal pages.

Continuing-education requirements for RNs in New York

New York does not impose a broad annual CE-hour count for RN renewal. Instead it mandates coursework: NYSED-approved infection-control and barrier-precautions training every four years (attested at registration), and one-time child-abuse identification and reporting coursework before initial licensure. Exemptions exist for both.

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How to renew your RN license in New York

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions — State Board for 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: The infection-control requirement runs on a four-year cycle that does not line up with the three-year registration cycle. Online renewal is available in the final five months of the period or up to four months after expiration using the 7-character PIN. No fixed late/penalty fee is published.

RN license renewal in New York: frequently asked questions

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

New York RN licenses renew every 36 months. Triennial. RN registration must be renewed every three years; NYSED mails a renewal application and PIN to the address on file about four months before it expires. Practicing on an expired registration is not allowed.

Can I renew my New York RN license online?

Yes — New York offers online renewal through the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions — State Board for Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my New York RN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions — State Board for Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Registered Nurse (RN) renewal