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Nebraska · Auto Dealers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Nebraska Auto Dealer License

Nebraska auto dealers must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board rule on September 3, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
December 31, 2026
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Nebraska auto dealers holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board.

When to renew

Nebraska auto dealers licenses renew every year, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is December 31, 2026. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (NE Auto Dealers: expire Dec 31 following issuance, calendar-year (mvilb.nebraska.gov))

The continuing education Nebraska requires

Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board requires 8 hours of approved continuing education every year. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Nebraska sets auto dealers requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is December 31, 2026.

  2. 2

    Complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board requires 8 hours every year. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Nebraska auto dealers 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 Nebraska, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board

    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 Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board

Nebraska auto dealer renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Nebraska auto dealers need?
Nebraska auto dealers must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board.
Can Nebraska auto dealers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Nebraska requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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