When is the Georgia optometry (od) license renewal deadline?

Licenses expire Dec 31 of odd-numbered years (Board Rule 430-2-.07). Board rules change — verify against the official source.

Georgia Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline

When optometrist licenses come due in Georgia, sourced from the official board.

December 31Verify with board

Every 2 years of odd-numbered years

Board wording: Licenses expire Dec 31 of odd-numbered years (Board Rule 430-2-.07).

Deadline type

Fixed calendar date

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Grace period

30-day late-renewal period through Jan 30 with a late fee; practicing after the late period without renewal is unlicensed practice.

Reporting

Certify CE completion at renewal; ARBO OE Tracker use preferred; CE subject to Board audit.

Official source: Georgia State Board of Optometry — Rule 430-2-.04

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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