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How to Renew Your Minnesota Land Surveyor License

Minnesota land surveyors must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Minnesota land surveyors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID).

When to renew

Minnesota land surveyors licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/326.107)

The continuing education Minnesota requires

Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • professional ethics (2 of 24 PDH; must be earned in the current biennium, no carryover)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Minnesota sets land surveyors requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including professional ethics (2 of 24 PDH; must be earned in the current biennium, no carryover). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Minnesota land surveyors course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Minnesota, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID)

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID)

Minnesota land surveyor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Minnesota land surveyors need?
Minnesota land surveyors must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID).
What topics are required for Minnesota land surveyors continuing education?
Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) requires coverage of: professional ethics (2 of 24 PDH; must be earned in the current biennium, no carryover).
Can Minnesota land surveyors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Minnesota requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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