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Big changes are on the way! Stay informed about important updates that may impact your renewal cycle.

Thursday October 8, 2026

 

We’re excited to share that beginning October 30, 2026, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) will continue transitioning to a 2-year renewal cycle. Through this transition, facility licenses within this board will ultimately expire on the assigned issue date of that facility license.

 

Fee Adjustments: Beginning with the issuance of a 2-year license renewal, fees will be adjusted to align with the extended renewal period. Licensees will only be charged for whole years.

Current Licensees: Those currently licensed will be distributed based on date of assigned licensure and its year (even/odd). See the tables below for additional details:

2026 Renewal

Even Year Original Licensure
On or After October 30		 Odd Year Original Licensure
On or After October 30
Licenses will expire in 2028 on the licensee’s license issue date. Licenses will expire in 2029 on the licensee’s license issue date.

Note: If the applicant was issued on the 31st of December in an odd year, the license will expire in 2027. If the license was issued in an even year, the license will expire in 2028.

2027 Renewal (Those still on one year renewal)

Even Year Original Licensure Odd Year Original Licensure
Licenses will expire in 2030 on the licensee’s license issue date. Licenses will expire in 2029 on the licensee’s license issue date.

Note: If the applicant was issued on the 31st of December in an odd year, the license will expire in 2028. If the license was issued in an even year, the license will expire in 2029.

 

We understand that this process isn’t as simple as flipping a switch, but we’re confident this change will make things easier for you in the long run. Thank you for your continued flexibility as we implement more streamlined processes intended to support you, our professionals.

To help you familiarize yourself with the changes, we have gathered some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for you below.

 

  • Why is my renewal cycle changing?
    • The transition to 2-year licenses is designed to reduce the administrative burden of annual renewals for licensees while improving efficiency. This change gives you more time to focus on your profession instead of renewing your license every year.
  • Why is my facility renewal dependent on the year it was issued?
    • To ensure a smooth transition, DOPL is phasing in the new renewal cycle based on issue year. This method evenly distributes renewals over two years while ensuring steady cash flow for the boards. This allows DOPL to ensure that your license renewals and fees are handled with the utmost care.
  • Is it possible to have all my facilities renewal dates synchronized?
    • Facilities that are under a common EIN may be synchronized to the same date, if not done so already. Please reach out to HP-Licensing@dopl.idaho.gov for assistance in combining renewal dates for facilities with a common EIN.
  • How are my fees changing?
    • Once you move to the 2-year renewal cycle, the licensing renewal fee will double to reflect the extended renewal period. This means you will pay for two years upfront, but you will only need to renew every other year.
  • Will I still be able to renew early?
    • You will still be able to renew up to 60 days prior to the license expiration date, unless otherwise stated.
  • What if I cannot afford to pay for a two-year renewal right now?

 

For more details, visit the DOPL website.

Thank you for your hard work and continued dedication.

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