New Mexico · Architects · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your New Mexico Architect License
New Mexico architects must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects.
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 12 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- Per license
- Exam to renew
- Not required
Who has to renew
This guide covers New Mexico architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects.
When to renew
New Mexico architects 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.srca.nm.gov/parts/title16/16.030.0003.html)
The continuing education New Mexico requires
New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects requires 12 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Health, safety and welfare subjects (all hours, structured activities)
How to renew, step by step
- 1
Confirm your license class and renewal date
New Mexico sets architects 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
Complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education
New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects requires 12 hours every 2 years, including Health, safety and welfare subjects (all hours, structured activities). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the New Mexico architects course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
- 4
Make sure your hours reach the board
In New Mexico, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
- 5
Renew with New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects
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 New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects
New Mexico architect renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do New Mexico architects need?
- New Mexico architects must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects.
- What topics are required for New Mexico architects continuing education?
- New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects requires coverage of: Health, safety and welfare subjects (all hours, structured activities).
- Can New Mexico architects complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the New Mexico requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 4, 2026
- New Mexico Architects continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class