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- The transition notice says renewal fees adjust for the extended term and only whole years are charged. Confirm the assigned amount in OASIS rather than multiplying a legacy table without checking the renewal term. [source]
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Apply for or Renew a License Covers: Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN).Renewal at a glance
| Credential | RN, LPN / LVN, APRN |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Beginning April 1, 2026, Idaho is moving nursing licenses from a fixed expiration month to two-year birthday renewals. Existing licensees are assigned by birth date and odd/even birth year and receive at least two years. Listed short-term, temporary, apprentice and virtual-telehealth credentials are excluded. Use the new expiration assigned in OASIS. [source] |
| Renewal fee | A current fee has not been confirmed in this guide. Check the board’s fee schedule before paying. |
| Renewal application | Apply for or Renew a License |
Fees can differ for active, inactive, late, and reinstatement applications. Your official license record controls your deadline.
Official sources & licensing authorities
Some states have separate boards for registered and practical nurses. APRN authority is a separate credential; check the exact license type.
Idaho Board of Nursing Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN)Authority listed in IDAPA 24.34.01 — Rules of the Idaho Board of Nursing.
Source review dates · 4 sources
Dates show when we retrieved the source pages. They do not certify a person’s license, guarantee a portal is online, or establish that every renewal rule was reviewed.
- IDAPA 24.34.01 — Rules of the Idaho Board of Nursing Retrieved Oct 12, 2026
- Board of Nursing - Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Big changes are on the way! Stay informed about important licensure updates that may impact your renewal cycle. - Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- How it Works | NURSECOMPACT Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
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