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Texas Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
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Texas Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
Texas registered nurse licenses are regulated by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). Texas is a member of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Body | Texas Board of Nursing |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 years |
| Expiration | Birth month (even/odd based on birth year) |
| CE Hours Required | 20 contact hours |
| Renewal Fee | $68 (RN); $45 (LPN) |
| Compact State (NLC) | Yes (eNLC member) |
| Online Renewal | Yes — Texas Nurse Portal |
Continuing Education Requirements
RN and LPN — 20 Contact Hours Every 2 Years
- 20 contact hours of continuing nursing education (CNE) in the nurse's current area of practice, OR
- National nursing certification — achieve, maintain, or renew a Board-approved national certification
- First renewal: No CE required
- CE must be from Texas-approved CNE providers
- Retain documentation for 4 years for potential audit
Mandatory CE Topics
- 2 hours Nursing Jurisprudence and Ethics — required every 3rd renewal cycle
- Human Trafficking Prevention — one-time course requirement
- 2 hours older adults/geriatrics — for RNs who work with older adult populations
- Forensic evidence collection — for RNs who perform Sexual Assault Forensic Exams (SAFE)
APRN Additional Requirements
- 20 hours CNE in advanced practice role and population focus area, OR national certification
- Controlled substance prescribers: additional pharmacology and prescribing CE
Texas-Specific Notes
- Compact state. If Texas is your primary state of residence and you meet Uniform Licensure Requirements, you hold a multistate license. Nurses with multistate licenses from other compact states may practice in Texas.
- Birth-month expiration. Even birth year = even expiration years; odd birth year = odd expiration years.
- No grace period. License lapses if not renewed by expiration. Must apply for reinstatement.
- Renew within 60 days of expiration date.
- Renewal notices sent via email — ensure your email is current in the Nurse Portal.
- Texas Nursing Jurisprudence Exam required for initial licensure (not required at every renewal, but jurisprudence CE is required every 3rd cycle).
- 350,000+ licensed nurses in Texas.
- Processing time: Approximately 15 business days after renewal submission.
- If moving to Texas: Must apply for Texas licensure within 60 days to maintain multistate privileges.
How to Renew
- Complete 20 contact hours of approved CNE (or maintain national certification)
- Complete any mandatory topic CE if applicable
- Log in to the Texas Nurse Portal
- Complete the renewal application
- Pay the $68 renewal fee
- Save confirmation and retain CE records for 4 years
Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| RN Renewal | $68 |
| LPN Renewal | $45 |
| Endorsement Application | $125 |
Contact Information
Texas Board of Nursing
- Website: bon.texas.gov
- Renewal Info: bon.texas.gov — Renewal
- Nurse Portal: bon.texas.gov (login)
- CE Info: bon.texas.gov — Continuing Education
This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with the Texas Board of Nursing before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.
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