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How to Renew Your Oregon Land Surveyor License

Oregon land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS) rule on September 10, 2026.

CE hours
30 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
December 31, 2026
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Oregon land surveyors holding a license in one of these classes: Professional Land Surveyor, Professional Land Surveyor — Standard Biennial PDH. Requirements are set by Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS).

When to renew

Oregon 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. (OAR 820-010-0505 (biennial renewal schedule; expiration dates set by last-name group: A-F Dec 31 odd years, G-K Jun 30 odd years, L-R Dec 31 even years, S-Z Jun 30 even years))

The continuing education Oregon requires

Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS) requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Qualifying professional development activities related to land surveying practice — at least 30 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Oregon sets land surveyors requirements by license class (Professional Land Surveyor, Professional Land Surveyor — Standard Biennial PDH). 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

    Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including Qualifying professional development activities related to land surveying practice. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Oregon 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 Oregon, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS)

    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 Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS)

Oregon land surveyor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Oregon land surveyors need?
Oregon land surveyors must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS).
Which license classes does the Oregon land surveyors CE requirement apply to?
The 30 hours requirement applies to: Professional Land Surveyor, Professional Land Surveyor — Standard Biennial PDH.
What topics are required for Oregon land surveyors continuing education?
Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS) requires coverage of: Qualifying professional development activities related to land surveying practice (30 hours).
Can Oregon land surveyors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Oregon requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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