How many CE hours do nurses need in New Mexico?

Registered Nurses (RN) in New Mexico need 30 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.

What are the mandatory CE topics in New Mexico?

Mandatory CE topics in New Mexico include: General Continuing Education.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in New Mexico?

Nursing licenses in New Mexico must be renewed every 2 years. The New Mexico Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.

What license types does New Mexico regulate?

New Mexico regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN, CNA.

New Mexico RN License Renewal Requirements

New Mexico Board of Nursing · 2-year renewal cycle · Last verified 2026-02-04

Quick Facts

Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE Hours (RN)	30 contact hours
Renewal Fee (RN)	$110
Compact State (NLC)	Yes — NLC member
License Types	RN, APRN, LPN, CNA

New Mexico requires all RNs, LPNs, and APRNs to complete 30 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle. Alternatively, verification of national certification or recertification within the renewal period may be accepted in lieu of CE hours. The Board sends email reminders at 60 and 30 days before expiration. New Mexico is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, allowing multistate license holders to practice across all compact states without additional licenses.

This data is verified against the New Mexico Board of Nursing — last checked 2026-02-04. If anything looks off, let me know.

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How to Renew Your New Mexico Nursing License

1Log in to the New Mexico Board of Nursing online portal at bon.nm.gov
2Select your license type and click Renew (renewal opens 60 days before expiration)
3Verify that you have completed 30 contact hours of approved CE or hold current national certification
4Upload or attest to completion of all CE requirements
5Update your contact and employment information
6Pay the $110 renewal fee online
7Submit your application before your license expiration date

Visit the New Mexico Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

CE Hours by License Type

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $110

APRN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $110

LPN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $110

CNA

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $25

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
General Continuing Education	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	30 contact hours of continuing education every two years. CE activities must be approved by the New Mexico Board of Nursing or an accredited organization such as the ANCC.
National Certification Alternative	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	Verification of national certification or recertification within the current renewal period may be accepted in lieu of the 30 CE hours.

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: Every two years based on original license issuance date
Grace Period: No formal grace period. If a license expires, an Expired/Lapsed Attestation (ELA) must be submitted within 5 business days. Reinstatement fee is $200. Practicing on an expired license is prohibited.
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the New Mexico Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• New Mexico requires 30 CE hours per 2-year renewal cycle for all license types
• National certification or recertification within the renewal period may be accepted in lieu of 30 CE hours
• CE certificates and proof of completion must be retained for at least 4 years for audit purposes
• The Board sends renewal reminders via email at 60 and 30 days before expiration
• An Expired/Lapsed Attestation (ELA) must be submitted within 5 business days if a license lapses
• New Mexico is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the New Mexico Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

CBCE Broker reporting is required in New Mexico

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $50
LPN: $50

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $150
LPN: $150

CE Audit Information

State board may conduct random CE audits. Retain all CE certificates for at least 4 years.

Board Resources

New Mexico Board of Nursing

https://www.bon.nm.gov/

Sources

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How to Renew Your New Mexico Nursing License

1Log in to the New Mexico Board of Nursing online portal at bon.nm.gov

2Select your license type and click Renew (renewal opens 60 days before expiration)

3Verify that you have completed 30 contact hours of approved CE or hold current national certification

4Upload or attest to completion of all CE requirements

5Update your contact and employment information

6Pay the $110 renewal fee online

7Submit your application before your license expiration date

Visit the New Mexico Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
General Continuing Education	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	30 contact hours of continuing education every two years. CE activities must be approved by the New Mexico Board of Nursing or an accredited organization such as the ANCC.
National Certification Alternative	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	Verification of national certification or recertification within the current renewal period may be accepted in lieu of the 30 CE hours.

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: Every two years based on original license issuance date
Grace Period: No formal grace period. If a license expires, an Expired/Lapsed Attestation (ELA) must be submitted within 5 business days. Reinstatement fee is $200. Practicing on an expired license is prohibited.
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the New Mexico Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• New Mexico requires 30 CE hours per 2-year renewal cycle for all license types

• National certification or recertification within the renewal period may be accepted in lieu of 30 CE hours

• CE certificates and proof of completion must be retained for at least 4 years for audit purposes

• The Board sends renewal reminders via email at 60 and 30 days before expiration

• An Expired/Lapsed Attestation (ELA) must be submitted within 5 business days if a license lapses

• New Mexico is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state

• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the New Mexico Board of Nursing.