Nursing Renewals
Before renewing, please review the information below for updates on how to log in and manage your license, renewal schedule, and fees. To review information pertaining to your license, visit your licence's page under "Applying for a License".
Renewal Tips
- Renew timely and renew online. Log on to the at online renewal system to complete your renewal. Renewals submitted after April 30, 2026 will be subject to reinstatement requirements and additional fees. Online access will end on May 31, 2026. After that date, you must submit a paper reinstatement application along with a new background check.
- Know your Online Portal User ID and Password. Your User ID and password are required to access your online account If you have forgotten your login information, follow the steps below:
- If you have a valid email address on file with the Board:
Visit online renewals and click "I Forgot/Do Not Know My User ID and/or I Forgot My Password." - If you do not have a valid email address on file with the Board:
Email the Board at nurseboard@llr.sc.gov with your name, license number, and current email address. Once your email address is updated, a password reset will be sent. Please allow 5-7 business days for processing. - Keep up to date on news from the Board. During the renewal period, the Board will share important updates via email and on the Board's news page here.
- Pay by proxy. You may designate a proxy payer to complete your renewal on your behalf. This option will be available under Online Services during the renewal process.
Renewal Schedule
The following estimated renewal schedule is applicable for all nursing licenses: APN, APN.RX, LPN.P, LPN.PR, RN, and RN.R.
| Renewals Open | Renewals Close | Renewal Expiration Date |
| 2/1/2026 | 4/30/2026 | 4/30/2028 |
| 2/1/2028 | 4/30/2028 | 4/30/2030 |
| 2/1/2030 | 4/30/2030 | 4/30/2032 |
| 2/1/2032 | 4/30/2032 | 4/30/2034 |
| 2/1/2034 | 4/30/2034 | 4/30/2036 |