Every two years, on your license's expiration date (the board sets it by the last day of your birth month); a license not renewed by then is forfeited at once.
Your own expiration date is on your license and in the state license lookup.
| Board | North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON) |
|---|---|
| Cycle | Every two years, by the last day of your birth month; $100 |
| Continuing education | One of eight continuing competence options, such as 30 contact hours, or 15 hours plus 640 hours of practice |
By the last day of your birth month, generally every two years (the first period can be shorter to line up with your birthday); the fee is $100. Renewal opens 90 days before expiration, and there is no grace period: a late license expires at midnight.
From the state's rule text, checked November 10, 2026. The rule: "Failure to renew the license before the expiration date shall result in automatic forfeiture"
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Every two years, on your license's expiration date (the board sets it by the last day of your birth month); a license not renewed by then is forfeited at once.
One of eight continuing competence options, such as 30 contact hours, or 15 hours plus 640 hours of practice.
Every two years, by the last day of your birth month; $100.
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.