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Minnesota Professional Engineer License Renewal: Fees & Requirements (2026)

Data verified: March 2026 · Source: Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design · Methodology →

Minnesota PE Renewal at a Glance

Renewal Fee
$90
CE Required
30 PDH
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Late Fee
$180
Grace Period
90 days

Minnesota Professional Engineers must complete 30 Professional Development Hours (PDH) per two-year renewal cycle.

How to Renew Your Minnesota PE License

  1. 1

    Complete 30 PDH

    Complete 30 PDH during the 2-year renewal period. Keep certificates of completion — the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design may audit your CE records.

  2. 2

    Submit your renewal application

    Log in to the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design online licensing portal before your license expiration date. Complete the renewal application and attest to CE completion if required.

  3. 3

    Pay the $90 renewal fee

    Pay the $90 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 90-day grace period, the late fee of $180 applies.

  4. 4

    Confirm license renewal

    Download or print your renewed license. Verify your new expiration date and confirm the license appears as active in the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design's public license lookup.

Official Licensing Board

Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Minnesota Professional Engineer renewal fee? +
The base renewal fee for a Professional Engineer license in Minnesota is $90 per 2-year renewal cycle. The late renewal fee is $180 (grace period: 90 days).
How many PDH does Minnesota require for PE renewal? +
Minnesota requires 30 PDH per 2-year renewal cycle for Professional Engineer licensees.
Which board regulates Professional Engineer licenses in Minnesota? +
The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design regulates Professional Engineer licenses in Minnesota. Visit their official website for the most current renewal instructions and fee schedule.
What happens if my Minnesota PE license expires? +
Minnesota provides a 90-day grace period after expiration during which you can renew by paying the late fee of $180. After the grace period, your license may become lapsed and require a reinstatement process.
Data last verified January 2025 from official board sources. Fees change without notice — verify current amounts at Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design before submitting payment. How we source our data →