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

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

Pennsylvania Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline

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

November 30Verify with board

Every 2 years of even-numbered years

Board wording: Optometry licenses expire November 30 of even-numbered years; 30 hours of Board-approved CE are required in each biennial renewal period (49 Pa. Code 23.83).

How this deadline works

Deadline type

Fixed calendar date

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Reporting

Certify compliance on renewal; retain Certificates of Attendance for 6 years after the biennial expiration date - the Board conducts random audits and licensees submit certificates only if selected.

Official source: PA State Board of Optometry - Continuing Education Information for Optometrists (rev 2025)

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Pennsylvania Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline

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