When does my Texas medical license expire?
Texas physician licenses expire on one of four dates: February 28, May 31, August 31, or November 30. Even-numbered licenses expire in even years and odd-numbered licenses in odd years, and you renew every two years. Online renewal opens 60–90 days before expiration. TMB won't let you renew until CE Broker shows your CME as Complete and proof of lawful presence is on file.
Renewal dates and which CME rules apply
| License expires | CME rules that apply that wave |
|---|---|
| November 30, 2026 | Base rules (48/24, ethics, opioid and human trafficking if due). SB 31 if your specialty is listed. |
| February 28, 2027 | + Forensic evidence collection, 2 hrs, if you work in an ER setting (statute) or urgent care (TMB guidance). |
| May 31, 2027 | + Nutrition & metabolic health, 1 hr, for everyone. Forensic if ER/urgent care. |
| August 31, 2027 | Same as May 2027: nutrition for everyone, forensic if ER/urgent care. |
| November 30, 2027 | Same as above. |
Your 24-month CME period ends on your expiration date. Sources: TMB physician renewal; TMB CE requirements.
Renewal fee
The physician renewal fee is $491.48 every two years, paid online. (TMB)
Late renewal, penalties and cancellation
- 30-day late-renewal grace period for the license, then a $75 penalty.
- $150 after 90 days.
- A license expired for 1 year or more is canceled.
This isn't extra time for CME. TMB blocks online renewal until CE Broker shows Complete, so finish and report your CME before you renew.
Renewal checklist
- Finish your CME and report every course in CE Broker until it shows Complete (how).
- Complete the Life of the Mother Act course in MyTMB if your specialty is listed.
- Submit proof of lawful presence.
- Submit fingerprints if TMB has asked for them.
- Renew online and pay the fee.
Add your renewal to your calendar
Download reminders for 90 and 30 days before, and on the day. The file is made in your browser; nothing is sent anywhere.
Renewal FAQ
When do Texas medical licenses expire?
On February 28, May 31, August 31 or November 30, every two years. Even-numbered licenses expire in even years and odd-numbered licenses in odd years.
Is there a grace period?
TMB allows a 30-day late-renewal grace period for the license. After that a $75 penalty applies, rising to $150 after 90 days, and a license expired for one year or longer is canceled. It isn't extra time for CME: online renewal stays blocked until CE Broker shows Complete.
How much is renewal?
The physician renewal fee is $491.48 every two years.
Can I renew early?
Online renewal opens 60 to 90 days before your expiration date, once CE Broker shows Complete and your lawful presence documentation is on file.
Why is my renewal blocked?
TMB blocks online renewal until CE Broker shows your CME as Complete and you have submitted proof of lawful presence. If your specialty is on TMB's Life of the Mother Act list, the one-time MyTMB course must also be complete.