The license is for life; the registration to practice expires every 3 years and must be renewed.
Your own expiration date is on your license and in the state license lookup.
| Board | New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Nursing) |
|---|---|
| Cycle | The license is for life; the registration renews every 3 years for $73 |
| Continuing education | No general CE hours listed; infection control coursework every 4 years, and the BSN in 10 law for newer RNs |
From the board's renewal page, checked November 10, 2026. The board: "Registered Professional Nursing6 $70 $73 $143 ... $73 $73"
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The license is for life; the registration to practice expires every 3 years and must be renewed.
No general CE hours listed; infection control coursework every 4 years, and the BSN in 10 law for newer RNs.
The license is for life; the registration renews every 3 years for $73.
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