Georgia Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
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Georgia Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
Georgia registered nurse licenses are regulated by the Georgia Board of Nursing, under the Secretary of State's Office. Georgia is a member of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Georgia uses CE Broker for CE tracking.
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Body | Georgia Board of Nursing (Secretary of State) |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 years (biennial) |
| RN/APRN Renewal Deadline | January 31 of even-numbered years |
| LPN Renewal Deadline | March 31 of even-numbered years |
| CE Hours Required | 30 contact hours (RN); 20 contact hours (LPN) |
| Renewal Fee | $65 |
| CE Tracking | CE Broker |
| Compact State (NLC) | Yes (eNLC member) |
| Online Renewal | Yes — GOALS portal |
Continuing Competency Requirements
Georgia offers five options to satisfy continuing competency. Choose one:
- 30 contact hours of CE from a Board-approved provider (most common for RNs)
- 500 hours of licensed nursing practice during the renewal period
- Maintenance of national certification or recertification by a Board-recognized certifying body
- Completion of an accredited academic nursing program during the renewal period
- Completion of a Board-approved reentry program
No Mandatory Topics
Unlike many states, Georgia does not require specific mandatory CE topics. You choose courses relevant to your practice.
APRN Requirements
- Must meet the same RN continuing competency requirements
- Must maintain national certification in your specialty
- Renew APRN authorization separately after renewing RN license
Georgia-Specific Notes
- CE Broker is mandatory. All CE documentation must be submitted to CE Broker, Georgia's official electronic tracking platform. Many providers report automatically; you can also self-report.
- Compact state. If Georgia is your primary state of residence, you may hold a multistate license. If you hold a multistate license from another compact state, do not renew your Georgia license — per NLC rules, compact states shall not renew a single-state license if the nurse holds a multistate license in another party state.
- Failure to renew by deadline: The Board will administratively revoke your license. You must then apply for reinstatement with additional fees and documentation.
- Late renewal period: February 1–28 (RN) or April 1–30 (LPN), with $10 late fee. After that, license lapses.
- BLS/CPR courses do not count toward CE credit.
- Retain CE records for at least 4 years in case of audit.
- GOALS portal is used for all renewal applications (not paper).
How to Renew
- Complete one of the five continuing competency options
- Submit CE documentation to CE Broker
- Log in to the GOALS portal
- Complete the renewal application and workforce data survey
- Pay the $65 renewal fee
- If APRN: Renew RN license first, then separately renew APRN authorization
Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| RN Renewal | $65 |
| Late Fee | $10 |
| Multistate License Conversion | $50 |
| Reinstatement | Contact Board for current fees |
Contact Information
Georgia Board of Nursing
- Website: sos.ga.gov/georgia-board-nursing
- Renewal Info: sos.ga.gov/page/nursing-renewal-information
- GOALS Portal: sos.ga.gov
- CE Broker: cebroker.com
- Phone: (844) 753-7825 or (478) 207-2440
- Address: 237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, GA 31217
This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with the Georgia Board of Nursing before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.
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