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New Mexico Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
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New Mexico Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
New Mexico registered nurse licenses are regulated by the New Mexico Board of Nursing (NMBON). New Mexico is a member of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and uses CE Broker for CE tracking.
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Body | New Mexico Board of Nursing |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 years |
| Expiration | Birth month (initial license = 1 year + months to birth month) |
| CE Hours Required | 30 contact hours (RN/LPN) |
| Renewal Fee | $110 |
| CE Tracking | CE Broker |
| Compact State (NLC) | Yes (eNLC member) |
| Online Renewal | Yes — Nurse Portal (mandatory) |
Continuing Education Requirements
RN and LPN — 30 Contact Hours Every 2 Years
- 30 contact hours of approved CE per renewal cycle
- CE must be uploaded to CE Broker before submitting renewal application
- CE must be from approved providers (ANCC-accredited, other state nursing board-approved, or NM-approved)
- Correspondence and home-study programs are acceptable if approved
- National specialty certification or recertification during the current renewal period may substitute for the 30-hour CE requirement
APRN — 30 + 20 Additional Hours
- 30 hours (same as RN)
- 20 additional specialty hours with breakdown varying by DEA registration status:
- With DEA: 5 hrs related to practice, 10 hrs pharmacology, 5 hrs non-cancer pain management
- Without DEA: 10 hrs related to practice, 10 hrs pharmacology
New Mexico-Specific Notes
- Compact state. If NM is your primary state of residence, you may hold a multistate license. Request multistate status through your Nurse Portal account (requires NM driver's license, SSN card, and fingerprint background check).
- CE Broker mandatory. CE must be completed and uploaded to CE Broker prior to submitting your renewal application.
- Auto-renew function. The NM BON uses an auto-renew function — if your submission has no issues, it will auto-renew and adjust your expiration date within 24-48 hours.
- Birth-month expiration. Initial license is for 1 year plus months to your birth month. After first renewal, standard 2-year cycles.
- Online applications only. The BON only accepts online applications for all licensing actions.
- Expired/Lapsed Attestation (ELA): If your license has expired or lapsed, you must submit the ELA within 5 days of your renewal application, along with required documentation.
- Prorated fees may apply based on the length of the renewal period.
- Contact hour = 60 clock minutes in New Mexico.
- Fees are non-refundable.
How to Renew
- Complete 30 contact hours of approved CE
- Upload all CE to CE Broker
- Log in to the Nurse Portal
- Submit the online renewal application
- Pay the $110 renewal fee
- License typically renewed within 24-48 hours if no complications
Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| RN/LPN Renewal | $110 |
| Inactive/Lapsed Renewal | Includes renewal fee + additional fees |
| Initial Application | Check BON website |
Contact Information
New Mexico Board of Nursing
- Website: bon.nm.gov
- RN Info: bon.nm.gov/rn
- CE Info: bon.nm.gov/ceu
- Fees: bon.nm.gov/fees
- Nurse Portal: nmbn.boardsofnursing.org
This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with the New Mexico Board of Nursing before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.
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