Mississippi Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements

Mississippi registered nurse licenses are regulated by the Mississippi Board of Nursing (MSBN). Mississippi is a member of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

At a Glance

Detail	Information
Regulatory Body	Mississippi Board of Nursing
Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
RN Renewal Period	September 1 – December 31 (even-numbered years)
LPN Renewal Period	September 1 – December 31 (odd-numbered years)
CE Hours Required	None for active practitioners; 20 hours if out of practice 5+ years
Renewal Fee	$100
Compact State (NLC)	Yes (eNLC member)
Online Renewal	Yes — Nurse Gateway portal

Continuing Education Requirements

RN and LPN — Active Practitioners

Mississippi does not require CE for nurses who have been actively practicing within the past 5 years. This makes it one of the simplest renewal states for working nurses.

Out-of-Practice Exception

If you have been out of nursing practice for more than 5 years, you must complete 20 contact hours of approved CE within the 2 years immediately before your renewal application.

APRN — 40 Contact Hours Every 2 Years

APRNs must complete 40 contact hours of CE every renewal cycle, including 10 hours in controlled substances (if applicable). The Board conducts periodic audits for APRN CE compliance.

Mississippi-Specific Notes

• No CE for active nurses. If you've worked as a nurse at all within the past 5 years, you have zero CE requirements. Just pay the fee and renew.
• Compact state. If Mississippi is your primary state of residence, you may hold a multistate license. Compact license holders from other states can practice in Mississippi without a separate license.
• RN and LPN renew in different years. RNs renew in even years (Sept 1 – Dec 31). LPNs renew in odd years (Sept 1 – Dec 31).
• Late renewal fees escalate:
  • Late Renewal 1 (Jan 1–31): $100 renewal + $50 late fee
  • Late Renewal 2 (Feb 1–Jun 30): $100 renewal + $150 late fee + $75 background check fee
• After June 30: License is inactive; reinstatement required.
• Payment: Credit/debit card or PayPal accepted electronically.
• Retain CE records for at least 4 years (if applicable).
• Processing time: 7–10 business days.

How to Renew

1. Confirm you have practiced nursing within the past 5 years (if not, complete 20 CE hours)
2. Log in to the Mississippi Nurse Gateway portal
3. Complete the online renewal application
4. Pay the $100 renewal fee
5. Verify license status after processing

Fees

Fee Type	Amount
RN/LPN Renewal	$100
Late Fee 1 (Jan 1–31)	$50 additional
Late Fee 2 (Feb 1–Jun 30)	$150 + $75 background check
APRN Renewal	$100
Reinstatement	$100 + background check

Contact Information

Mississippi Board of Nursing

• Website: msbn.ms.gov
• Nurse Gateway Portal: gateway.licensure.msbn.ms.gov
• Phone: (601) 957-6300
• Address: 713 South Pear Orchard Road, Suite 300, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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

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