Montana
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Montana (2026)
No contact hours required to renew, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Montana Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; licenses expire Dec 31 of the assigned renewal year
Continuing education
No contact hours required to renew
Montana repealed its mandatory CE requirement effective Nov 18, 2023. No CE contact hours are required for RN renewal.
Source: Montana Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Montana Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Montana?
- Biennial; licenses expire Dec 31 of the assigned renewal year
- How many contact hours do I need in Montana?
- No contact hours required to renew. Montana repealed its mandatory CE requirement effective Nov 18, 2023. No CE contact hours are required for RN renewal.
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Montana?
- Through Montana Board of Nursing. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.