Single-state RN licenses must be renewed by 4:30 p.m. December 31 of even-numbered years, multistate RN licenses by December 31 of odd-numbered years; miss it and the license lapses.
Your own expiration date is on your license and in the state license lookup.
| Board | Alabama Board of Nursing (ABN) |
|---|---|
| Cycle | September 1 to December 31: single-state RN licenses in even-numbered years ($104.50), multistate in odd-numbered years ($204.50) |
| Continuing education | 24 contact hours per license period |
Online from September 1 to 4:30 p.m. December 31: single-state RN licenses in even-numbered years ($104.50 with the online fee), multistate licenses in odd-numbered years ($204.50). Miss it and the license lapses.
From the board's renewal page, checked November 10, 2026. The board: "The renewal period begins at 8:00 a.m. on September 1st and ends at 4:30 p.m. on December 31st"
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Single-state RN licenses must be renewed by 4:30 p.m. December 31 of even-numbered years, multistate RN licenses by December 31 of odd-numbered years; miss it and the license lapses.
24 contact hours per license period.
September 1 to December 31: single-state RN licenses in even-numbered years ($104.50), multistate in odd-numbered years ($204.50).
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