Is there a grace period for Massachusetts nursing (rn) license renewal?

No grace period is specified in the available data — verify with the licensing board before relying on one.

Massachusetts Nursing (RN) license renewal deadline

When registered nurse licenses come due in Massachusetts, sourced from the official board.

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Every 2 years of even-numbered years

Board wording: RN licenses renew on the licensee's birthday in even-numbered years; LPN licenses renew on the birthday in odd-numbered years.

Deadline type

Birth month

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Official source: Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing - Mandatory Continuing Education for Nurses

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

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