Quick answer
RN and LPN renewal fee: $100.
Continuing education
The Montana Board of Nursing no longer requires continuing education contact hours to be completed as a requirement for renewal of a nursing license
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Last verified Oct 25, 2026
How to get a nursing license in Montana
Check the licensing authority
Board
Montana Board of Nursing
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Montana Board of Nursing
Official sourcePrepare your application
Reciprocity
An LPN with a multistate privilege in another Compact state does not need a Montana license to practice. A change of primary residence to Montana requires a Montana application within 60 days.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
If you currently hold an LPN license with a Multistate privilege in a Compact state, you do not need a license in Montana to practice (look yourself up at https://nursys.com/ if you don’t know your status).
If you are changing your primary state of residence to Montana, you will need to apply for a license in Montana with 60 days of your change in residence.
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What else should I know?
Agency guidance
RN and LPN renewal fee: $100.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
RN - $100.00
LPN - $100.00
Official sourceAgency guidance
LPN applicants take the NCLEX-PN; the examination fee is additional.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
You are required to pay an additional fee to take the NCLEX-PN
Official source What are the Montana nursing license requirements?
Exam
RN applicants take the NCLEX-RN; the examination fee is additional.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
You are required to pay an additional fee to take the NCLEX-RN
Official source How do I renew my nursing license in Montana?
Renewal
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
Official sourceLicense term in years
2 years
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
Official sourceContinuing education hours
The Montana Board of Nursing no longer requires continuing education contact hours to be completed as a requirement for renewal of a nursing license
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
the Montana Board of Nursing no longer requires continuing education contact hours to be completed as a requirement for renewal of a nursing license
Official sourceView renewal deadlines, fees and CE
Have a license or permit? Use the expiration date printed on it to set up your calendar and reminders.
How much does a nursing license cost in Montana?
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What are the common questions?
How often do I renew a registered nurse and lpn renewal and continuing education license in Montana?
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
Source and quotation
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
Which official sources support this guide?
Official sources and verification (9)
Last verified Oct 25, 2026. Each quotation supports the corresponding published value.
BoardMontana Board of Nursing
Montana Board of Nursing
Montana Board of Nursing
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
License term in years2 years
2
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
RenewalAll RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years. Applies to: Montana RN and LPN licenses
All RN, LPN, and APRN licenses expire on December 31st every two years.
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
Continuing education hoursThe Montana Board of Nursing no longer requires continuing education contact hours to be completed as a requirement for renewal of a nursing license
0
the Montana Board of Nursing no longer requires continuing education contact hours to be completed as a requirement for renewal of a nursing license
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
Agency guidanceRN and LPN renewal fee: $100.
RN and LPN renewal fee: $100.
RN - $100.00
LPN - $100.00
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
Agency guidanceLPN applicants take the NCLEX-PN; the examination fee is additional.
LPN applicants take the NCLEX-PN; the examination fee is additional.
You are required to pay an additional fee to take the NCLEX-PN
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
ReciprocityAn LPN with a multistate privilege in another Compact state does not need a Montana license to practice. A change of primary residence to Montana requires a Montana application within 60 days.
An LPN with a multistate privilege in another Compact state does not need a Montana license to practice. A change of primary residence to Montana requires a Montana application within 60 days.
If you currently hold an LPN license with a Multistate privilege in a Compact state, you do not need a license in Montana to practice (look yourself up at https://nursys.com/ if you don’t know your status).
If you are changing your primary state of residence to Montana, you will need to apply for a license in Montana with 60 days of your change in residence.
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
Qualifications / ExamRN applicants take the NCLEX-RN; the examination fee is additional.
RN applicants take the NCLEX-RN; the examination fee is additional.
You are required to pay an additional fee to take the NCLEX-RN
Official sourceLast verified Oct 25, 2026
Not yet verified: license fee, required hours — see the official agency.