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Renew Online Covers: Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN).Renewal at a glance
| Credential | RN, LPN / LVN, APRN |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Every 2 years for regular RN / LPN renewal. [source] |
| Renewal fee | Regular RN renewal: $140; LPN renewal: $120. Late renewal and inactive status have different fees. [source] |
| Renewal application | Renew Online |
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Virginia Board of Nursing Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN)Authority listed in Virginia Board of Nursing — Continued Competency, RN/LPN.
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- Virginia Board of Nursing — Continued Competency, RN/LPN Retrieved Oct 12, 2026
- Virginia Board of Nursing Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Virginia Board of Nursing - Fees Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- How it Works | NURSECOMPACT Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
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