Kansas Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements

Kansas registered nurse licenses are regulated by the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN). Kansas is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

At a Glance

Detail	Information
Regulatory Body	Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN)
Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years (biennial, based on birth year)
Expiration Date	Last day of your birth month (odd or even year based on birth year)
CE Hours Required	30 Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) hours
Renewal Fee	~$85 (single-state); ~$110 (multistate) — verify current fees
Compact State (NLC)	Yes
Online Renewal	Yes — KSBN Portal

Continuing Education Requirements

RN and LPN — 30 CNE Hours Every 2 Years

• 30 contact hours of approved Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) per renewal cycle
• All CE must be completed BEFORE submitting the renewal application
• No specific mandatory topic requirements for general RN/LPN renewal
• CNE only. Kansas distinguishes between CNE (Continuing Nursing Education) and general CE/CME. CME (Continuing Medical Education) does not automatically count — it must meet the CNE definition.

APRN — 30 CNE Hours

• 30 contact hours of approved CNE related to the advanced practice registered nurse role during the most recent prior license period

What Counts as Approved CNE

• Providers approved by any state Board of Nursing
• Nationally recognized nursing organizations (ANCC, AANA, etc.)
• Individual Offering Approval (IOA): College courses can count toward CNE, but you must submit an IOA form to the Board for approval BEFORE renewal. Not all college courses automatically qualify.

What Does NOT Count

• ACLS, PALS, and similar clinical certifications (unless from an approved CNE provider)
• College courses without prior IOA approval from KSBN
• General CME courses not specifically approved for nursing CE

Kansas-Specific Notes

• Birth-year-based renewal. If your birth year is odd, you renew in odd years. If even, you renew in even years. Expiration is the last day of your birth month.
• Compact state. Kansas is an NLC member. If Kansas is your primary state of residence, you may hold a multistate license.
• Renewal window opens 90 days before expiration.
• CE must be complete before renewal submission. You cannot submit your renewal application and then finish your CE later.
• If license expires: You must reinstate (not renew). Reinstatement requires a separate application, 30 hours of CNE, and higher fees ($150). You may apply for a 120-day temporary permit while completing requirements.
• No license cards issued since July 2010. Check your license status through the KSBN online portal.
• Retain CE records and have them available for audit.
• 30-minute CE courses now accepted. KSBN now accepts approved CNE courses that are 30 minutes or longer.

How to Renew

1. Complete 30 hours of approved CNE before your expiration date
2. If using college courses for CNE credit, submit IOA form to KSBN before renewal
3. Log in to the KSBN Portal
4. Complete the online renewal application (read questions carefully — they may have changed)
5. Pay the renewal fee
6. Print confirmation from the portal

Fees

Fee Type	Amount
Single-State RN License (initial)	$100
Multistate License (initial)	$125
Renewal	Check KSBN for current fees
Reinstatement	$150
Temporary Permit	Included with reinstatement if eligible

Contact Information

Kansas State Board of Nursing

• Website: ksbn.kansas.gov
• Renewal Info: ksbn.kansas.gov/renewal-application
• CE Info: ksbn.kansas.gov/cnes
• Phone: (785) 296-4929
• Address: Landon State Office Building, 900 SW Jackson Street, 10th Floor, Suite 1051, Topeka, KS 66612-1230

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This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with the Kansas State Board of Nursing before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.

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