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How to Renew Your Nebraska Land Surveyor License

Nebraska land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
30 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
December 31, 2026
Exam to renew
Required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Nebraska land surveyors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS).

When to renew

Nebraska land surveyors licenses renew every 2 years, 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 Land Surveyors: biennial renewal received by Jan 1 of odd years (= Dec 31 expiry); 30 PDH/2 yrs (nbels.nebraska.gov))

The continuing education Nebraska requires

Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS) requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • ethics OR the Nebraska Land Surveyors Regulation Act (minimum 2 hours per renewal period)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Nebraska sets land surveyors 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 30 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including ethics OR the Nebraska Land Surveyors Regulation Act (minimum 2 hours per renewal period). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS)

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

    Go to Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS)

Nebraska land surveyor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Nebraska land surveyors need?
Nebraska land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS).
What topics are required for Nebraska land surveyors continuing education?
Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS) requires coverage of: ethics OR the Nebraska Land Surveyors Regulation Act (minimum 2 hours per renewal period).
Is an exam required to renew a Nebraska land surveyors license?
Yes — Nebraska State Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors (NBELS) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
Can Nebraska land surveyors 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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