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

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 for licenses with a renewal period currently shorter than two years. Licenses that already have a 2-year or longer renewal cycle are unaffected. Through this transition, affected licenses (including apprenticeship registrations) within this board will ultimately expire on the original issue date of that license (if issued for a business) or on the licensee’s birthday (if issued for an individual).

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 birth and birth year (even/odd) or date of original licensure and its year (even/odd). See the lists below for additional details:

Individual Licenses – Determination of license expiration if renewing in 2026

• Born in an even birth year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2028 on your DOB.
• Born in an even birth year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2028 on your DOB.
• Born in an odd year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2029 on your DOB.
• Born in an odd year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2027 on your DOB.

Individual Licenses – Determination of license expiration if license was issued before October 30^th, 2026, with a license expiring in 2027

• Born in an even birth year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2030 on your DOB.
• Born in an even birth year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2028 on your DOB.
• Born in an odd year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2029 on your DOB.
• Born in an odd year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2029 on your DOB.

Facility Licenses – Determination of license expiration if renewing in 2026

• License originally issued in an even year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2028 on your original issue date.
• License originally issued in an even year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2028 on your original issue date.
• License originally issued in an odd year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2029 on your original issue date.
• License originally issued in an odd year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2027 on your original issue date.

Facility Licenses – Determination of license expiration if license was issued before October 30^th, 2026, with a license expiring in 2027

• License originally issued in an even year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2030 on your original issue date.
• License originally issued in an even year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2028 on your original issue date.
• License originally issued in an odd year, on a date before your expiration date: license expires in 2029 on your original issue date.
• License originally issued in an odd year, on a date on or after your expiration date: license expires in 2029 on your original issue date.

New Applicants: All new applicants will be issued at least a 2-year license that expires on the original issue date of that license (if issued for a business) or on the licensee’s birthday (if issued for an individual). The birth year will not be considered for new applicants.

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.
• What if my current license is already valid for more than two years?
  • The transition to 2-year licenses only affects licenses that are currently shorter than two years. If your license is valid for more than two years, you are not impacted by this change.
• Why is my renewal dependent on the year I was born?
  • To ensure a smooth transition, DOPL is phasing in the new renewal cycle based on birth 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.
• 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 your license expiration on your birthday, unless otherwise stated.
• What if I cannot afford to pay for a two-year renewal right now?
  • Please contact DOPL at (208) 334-3233 for other options.

For more details, visit the DOPL website.

Thank you for your hard work and continued dedication.