Is there a grace period for Maryland optometry (od) license renewal?

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

Maryland Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline

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

June 30Verify with board

Every 2 years

Board wording: Biennial license; expires June 30. Renewal year is split by last name: A–L renew in even-numbered years, M–Z in odd-numbered years (2026 renewal cycle covers July 1, 2024–June 30, 2026).

How this deadline works

Deadline type

Fixed calendar date

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Reporting

Attest on online renewal; retain OE Tracker summary + certificates for audit; signed OE Tracker summary required if audited

Official source: Maryland Board of Examiners in Optometry — COMAR 10.28.12; Online Renewal Instructions (2026 cycle)

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Maryland Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline

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