New Mexico Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, New Mexico registered nurses need 30 contact hrs / 24 months (cert may substitute). Renewal: Biennial (CE in 24 months before expiration). CE reporting: Upload to CE Broker before renewal. Verified against the New Mexico board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
30 contact hrs / 24 months (cert may substitute)
Cycle & deadline
Biennial (CE in 24 months before expiration)
LPN / LVN
30 contact hrs
Reporting
YES - upload to CE Broker before renewal
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: New Mexico board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
New Mexico CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 30 contact hrs / 24 months (cert may substitute) |
| LPN / LVN | 30 contact hrs |
Required (mandatory) topics in New Mexico
None specified by the board.
New Mexico license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial (CE in 24 months before expiration)
How to renew your New Mexico nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 30 contact hrs / 24 months (cert may substitute).
- Report or record CE: YES - upload to CE Broker before renewal.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the New Mexico board site.
- Keep certificates in case of audit.
Renewal fees & late renewal
RN renewal fee: not yet verified by us. Check your board's renewal page for the current fee.
Late renewal: late fees and lapse rules vary; check your board's renewal page. Don't practice on an expired license.
Is New Mexico a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. New Mexico is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take New Mexico-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
New Mexico nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a New Mexico RN need?
30 contact hrs / 24 months (cert may substitute).
When does a New Mexico nursing license expire?
Biennial (CE in 24 months before expiration).
What mandatory CE topics does New Mexico require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does New Mexico use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
YES - upload to CE Broker before renewal.
Do New Mexico LPNs/LVNs need CE?
30 contact hrs.
Is New Mexico a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. New Mexico is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://www.bon.nm.gov/ceu/
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.