When does my Montana RN license expire?

December 31 every two years: odd-group nurses renew by Dec 31 of odd years, even-group nurses by Dec 31 of even years.

Your own expiration date is on your license and in the state license lookup.

What you need to renew

BoardMontana Board of Nursing (Department of Labor and Industry)
CycleEvery two years, by December 31 (odd or even year, by your group); renewal opens November 2; $100
Continuing educationNone: the board no longer requires CE contact hours for renewal

December 31 every two years: odd-group nurses renew by Dec 31 of odd years, even-group nurses by Dec 31 of even years. Every two years, by December 31 (odd or even year, by your group); renewal opens November 2; $100. Continuing education: none: the board no longer requires CE contact hours for renewal. (Checked November 10, 2026.)

Renew with the board

From the board's renewal page, checked November 10, 2026. The board: "If you are an "odd" licensee, your license must be renewed by December 31st of odd numbered years,"

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Montana RN renewal questions

When does my Montana RN license expire?

December 31 every two years: odd-group nurses renew by Dec 31 of odd years, even-group nurses by Dec 31 of even years.

How many CE hours do I need to renew my Montana RN license?

None: the board no longer requires CE contact hours for renewal.

How much does it cost to renew an RN license in Montana?

Every two years, by December 31 (odd or even year, by your group); renewal opens November 2; $100.

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