NM BBC cosmetology renewal: New Mexico 2026

New Mexico does not require continuing education for cosmetology, esthetician, or nail technician renewal. Licenses renew every 1 year by application and fee only. No CE hours or courses needed. Set a free reminder below so you never miss your deadline.

CE hours
0
no CE required
Cycle
1
year per cycle
Online CE
N/A
no CE required
Renewal
$100
renewal fee
Bar chart showing New Mexico requires zero CE hours for cosmetology renewal, with comparison to the five highest-CE states.
CE requirements at a glance, sourced from the state board's published statute.
Recent rule change: January 2026 NM rule amendments added instructor CE requirements (24 hrs/2yr). Verify that practitioner CE remains zero via 16.34.9 NMAC directly.

Does New Mexico require CE for cosmetology renewal?

New Mexico does not require continuing education for license renewal. You renew every 1 year by paying the fee and submitting any required documentation. Add your renewal date below and we'll email you 90, 60, and 30 days before your deadline.

Fees

  • Renewal: $100
  • Late fee: $40

Exemptions

Instructors: 24 CE hours per 2-year cycle (12 hours per year) per January 2026 amendment per s3.amazonaws.com/govhawk-registers source.

Other states with no CE requirement: Arizona, California, Massachusetts. Compare all 53 states.

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Frequently asked questions about New Mexico cosmetology renewal

Does New Mexico require CE for cosmetology or esthetician renewal?

New Mexico does not require continuing education for cosmetology, esthetician, or nail technician license renewal. You renew every 1 year by application and fee only. No CE hours or courses are required.

Can I complete New Mexico cosmetology CE online?

New Mexico has no CE requirement, so there are no online CE hours to complete. Renewal is by application and fee only.

How often does a New Mexico cosmetology license need to be renewed?

New Mexico cosmetology and esthetician licenses renew every 1 year. No CE is required; renewal is by application and fee.

What happens if my New Mexico cosmetology license lapses?

If you miss your New Mexico renewal deadline, your license enters expired or inactive status. You may face late fees, a reinstatement application, and in some cases additional CE hours or re-examination. Set a free reminder on CEFinder so your deadline is never a surprise.