Delaware RN licenses expire February 28, May 31 or September 30 of odd-numbered years, depending on when first issued; all new RN licenses expire September 30 of odd years.
Your own expiration date is on your license and in the state license lookup.
| Board | Delaware Board of Nursing (Division of Professional Regulation) |
|---|---|
| Cycle | Every two years; expires Feb 28, May 31 or Sept 30 of odd years (new licenses Sept 30); fee shown at renewal, late fee is 50% more, up to two months after expiry |
| Continuing education | 30 contact hours each renewal period, including 3 hours of substance abuse and 1 hour of abuse recognition/reporting |
Delaware RN licenses expire February 28, May 31 or September 30 of odd-numbered years, depending on when first issued; all new RN licenses expire September 30 of odd years. Every two years; expires Feb 28, May 31 or Sept 30 of odd years (new licenses Sept 30); fee shown at renewal, late fee is 50% more, up to two months after expiry. Continuing education: 30 contact hours each renewal period, including 3 hours of substance abuse and 1 hour of abuse recognition/reporting. (Checked November 10, 2026.)
From the board's renewal page, checked November 10, 2026. The board: "Registered Nurse (RN) licenses expire on February 28, May 31, or September 30 of odd years."
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Delaware RN licenses expire February 28, May 31 or September 30 of odd-numbered years, depending on when first issued; all new RN licenses expire September 30 of odd years.
30 contact hours each renewal period, including 3 hours of substance abuse and 1 hour of abuse recognition/reporting.
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