Utah Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
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Utah Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements
Utah registered nurse licenses are regulated by the Utah Board of Nursing, under the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL), Department of Commerce. Utah is a member of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) since 2018.
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Body | Utah Board of Nursing (DOPL) |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 years |
| RN Expiration | January 31 of odd-numbered years |
| LPN Expiration | January 31 of even-numbered years |
| CE Hours Required | 30 hours (or practice-based alternatives) |
| Renewal Fee | $68 (RN/LPN) |
| Compact State (NLC) | Yes (eNLC member since 2018) |
| Online Renewal | Yes — DOPL eGov portal |
Continuing Competency Requirements
Choose one of three pathways:
- 400 practice hours in the past 2 years (no CE required)
- 200 practice hours + 15 CE hours in the past 2 years
- 30 contact hours of approved CE (no practice hours required)
Additional Requirements
- Suicide prevention training — at least one online course required (counts toward CE credit)
- APRN with controlled substance license: At least 4 CE hours on controlled substance prescribing
Utah-Specific Notes
- Compact state. Qualifying UT residents receive a multistate license.
- All RN licenses expire on the same date: January 31 of odd-numbered years. This is unusual — most states use individual expiration dates.
- Three competency pathways offer flexibility. Most active nurses satisfy the 400-hour practice pathway, while non-practicing nurses use the 30 CE hour pathway.
- Renewal notice mailed 60 days before expiration.
- DOPL does not approve individual CE providers. However, ANCC-accredited courses are accepted.
- CE not reported to the Board — you check off completion of a pathway option. Submit certificates only if audited.
- Suicide prevention training mandatory for all renewals.
- Reinstatement fees: $20 if expired within 30 days; $50 if between 31 days and 2 years. Expired more than 2 years: must submit a new application.
- Online or mail renewal. Paper forms available for RN and LPN; APRNs must renew online.
- Fees change annually — verify on DOPL website.
How to Renew
- Complete one of the three competency pathways
- Complete suicide prevention training
- Log in to DOPL eGov portal (or submit paper form)
- Complete the renewal application
- Pay the $68 renewal fee
Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| RN/LPN Renewal | $68 |
| APRN Renewal | $78 |
| Reinstatement (within 30 days) | $20 additional |
| Reinstatement (31 days–2 years) | $50 additional |
| Initial Application | $90 (includes background check fees) |
Contact Information
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)
- Website: dopl.utah.gov/nursing
- RN Renewal: dopl.utah.gov — RN Renewal
- eGov Portal: eGov Online Licensing
- Phone: (801) 530-6628
- Address: Heber M. Wells Building, 160 East 300 South, PO Box 146741, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with Utah DOPL before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.
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