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MSBN Gateway Verification Covers: Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN).Mississippi · RN, LPN / LVN, APRN
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Mississippi nursing renewal gateway Covers: Licensee account required; select the license and its renewal application. Expanded-role LPN credentials need a separate renewal.Renewal at a glance
| Credential | RN, LPN / LVN, APRN |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | RN licenses renew in even-numbered years and LPN licenses in odd-numbered years, with expiration December 31. An initial license issued before August 31 of its renewal year can expire that December. Expanded-role LPN renewal must accompany the LPN renewal. [source] |
| Renewal fee | RN/LPN renewal: $100 for active status or $25 for inactive status. An inactive license does not authorize nursing practice. APRN and expanded-role credentials have separate fees; late renewal can add administrative and background-check charges. [source 1] [source 2] |
| Renewal application | Mississippi nursing renewal gateway |
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.
Mississippi Board of Nursing Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN)Authority listed in Mississippi Board of Nursing — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
Source review dates · 6 sources
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- Mississippi Board of Nursing — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Retrieved Oct 12, 2026
- Home | Mississippi Board of Nursing Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Licensee Gateway | Mississippi Board of Nursing Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Fees.pdf Retrieved Oct 14, 2026
- How it Works | NURSECOMPACT Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Applications | Mississippi Board of Nursing Retrieved Oct 14, 2026
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