Your Arkansas RN license expires the last day of your birth month, in even years if you were born in an even year and odd years if born in an odd year.
Your own expiration date is on your license and in the state license lookup.
| Board | Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN) |
|---|---|
| Cycle | Every two years, last day of your birth month (even/odd year matches birth year); first license runs 3 to 27 months; $100, plus $100 if late |
| Continuing education | One option per two-year cycle: 15 practice-focused contact hours, a national certification, or an academic nursing course |
Your Arkansas RN license expires the last day of your birth month, in even years if you were born in an even year and odd years if born in an odd year. Every two years, last day of your birth month (even/odd year matches birth year); first license runs 3 to 27 months; $100, plus $100 if late. Continuing education: one option per two-year cycle: 15 practice-focused contact hours, a national certification, or an academic nursing course. (Checked November 10, 2026.)
From the board's renewal page, checked November 10, 2026. The board: "Your license expiration date should always be the last day of your birth month."
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Your Arkansas RN license expires the last day of your birth month, in even years if you were born in an even year and odd years if born in an odd year.
One option per two-year cycle: 15 practice-focused contact hours, a national certification, or an academic nursing course.
Every two years, last day of your birth month (even/odd year matches birth year); first license runs 3 to 27 months; $100, plus $100 if late.
A study aid, not legal advice: your board of nursing has the final word, and its rules and fees change. Headed In LLC is not affiliated with NCSBN or any board of nursing.