Utah Radiologic Technologist License Renewal Guide (2026)
Who This Guide Is For
- Currently licensed Utah radiologic technologists approaching their May 31 (odd-year) renewal date — including anyone searching for a “Utah x-ray license renewal” or “Utah radiology license renewal.”
- Traveling radiologic technologists who need to keep a Utah license active while working across multiple states.
- Licensees whose license has lapsed and need to know whether reinstatement or a fresh application applies.
At a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Renewal Cycle | Biennial — fixed date, May 31 of odd-numbered years, regardless of issue date |
| Expiration Date | May 31 of each odd-numbered year |
| Renewal Fee | $47 |
| CE Requirement | 24 hours of approved professional education per 2-year cycle |
| Renewal Notice | DOPL mails a renewal notice at least 60 days before expiration to the licensee’s address of record |
| Renewal Method | Online through DOPL’s renewal system; a manual paper form is used for reinstatement or re-application |
| Late/Reinstatement Fees | A general DOPL fee schedule lists a $20 late fee and a $50 reinstatement fee, but the renewal materials reviewed did not specifically identify those fees as applying to Radiologic Technologist licenses |
Utah radiologic technologist licenses run on a fixed statewide date rather than an individual birthday or issuance-anniversary cycle: every license expires on May 31 of odd-numbered years, no matter when it was originally issued. DOPL states it mails a renewal notice at least 60 days before expiration to the licensee’s address of record — but keeping your address current with DOPL is your responsibility, since a missed notice due to an outdated address won’t extend your deadline.
If your license has already lapsed, DOPL directs you to a manual (non-online) application rather than the standard online renewal. DOPL distinguishes renewal, reinstatement, and re-application as separate processes; the renewal page reviewed did not specify the exact timeframes that determine which process applies.
What Makes Utah Different
Utah uses a fixed statewide renewal schedule rather than tying expiration to your birthday or original license issue date. Both Radiologic Technologist and Radiology Practical Technician licenses share the same May 31 expiration in odd-numbered years, although their continuing education requirements differ (24 hours versus 10 hours), which underscores that Utah treats these as genuinely separate credentials sharing a common administrative calendar rather than tiers of one license.
Interstate Portability
There is no interstate compact for radiologic technologists, so Utah renewal carries no compact-related implications. A Utah license does not transfer automatically to another state at renewal time; technologists relocating still need to apply separately in any new state, though Utah’s own endorsement pathway can help technologists moving in the other direction, into Utah, if they meet its experience and good-standing requirements.
Renewal Requirements
- Continuing education: 24 hours of approved professional education completed within the two-year renewal cycle.
- Address currency: Keep your address of record updated with DOPL — licensees are responsible for maintaining an accurate address so renewal notices can reach them.
- Reinstatement/re-application: If your license has lapsed, use the manual application process rather than the standard online renewal.
How to Renew
- Watch for your renewal notice, mailed by DOPL at least 60 days before your May 31 (odd-year) expiration date.
- Complete 24 hours of approved professional education within the current two-year cycle before renewing.
- Go to DOPL’s Renew a Radiologic Technologist License page and select “Renew Online.”
- Pay the $47 renewal fee through the online system.
- If your license has already expired, use the manual reinstatement or re-application form linked on the same page instead of the online renewal option.
- Because Utah’s renewal date is fixed to May 31 of odd-numbered years rather than your individual issue date, mark the actual statewide date on your calendar rather than estimating from when you first got licensed.
- Keep your address current with DOPL so your renewal notice reaches you. Licensees are responsible for maintaining an accurate address of record — the 60-day advance notice only helps if it actually reaches you.
- If you’re not sure whether your situation calls for a standard renewal, a reinstatement, or a full re-application, contact DOPL directly before assuming — the online renewal system is built for current, unexpired licenses, and using the wrong track can cost you time.
Relevant Statutes
- Utah Code Title 58, Chapter 54, Radiologic Technologist, Radiologist Assistant, and Radiology Practical Technician Licensing Act — cited by section number; the rules.utah.gov and le.utah.gov pages for this chapter did not fetch cleanly this session.
- Utah Admin. Code R156-54 — cited by section number for the same reason.
- Source: DOPL Renew a Radiologic Technologist License — official renewal terms and fees.
Related Pages
FAQ
When do Utah radiologic technologist licenses expire?
All Utah Radiologic Technologist licenses expire on May 31 of each odd-numbered year, regardless of when they were originally issued. Source: DOPL Renew a Radiologic Technologist License
How many continuing education hours does Utah require for renewal?
24 hours of approved professional education per two-year renewal cycle. Source: DOPL Renew a Radiologic Technologist License
How much does it cost to renew a Utah radiologic technologist license?
The renewal fee is $47. Source: DOPL Renew a Radiologic Technologist License
Can I renew my Utah radiologic technologist license online?
Yes, for a current, unexpired license. If your license has already lapsed, DOPL directs you to a manual reinstatement or re-application form instead of the online renewal option. Source: DOPL Renew a Radiologic Technologist License
Does the Radiology Practical Technician license renew on the same schedule as the Radiologic Technologist license?
Yes, both expire May 31 of odd-numbered years, but the continuing education requirement differs — 24 hours for Radiologic Technologist versus 10 hours for Radiology Practical Technician — since these are separate credentials, not tiers of the same license. Source: DOPL Renew a Radiology Practical Technician License
Does Utah prorate continuing education for newly licensed radiologic technologists?
The renewal materials reviewed do not identify a prorated continuing education requirement for licensees who were newly licensed partway through the current renewal cycle. Contact DOPL directly if you need clarification for your specific situation. Source: DOPL Renew a Radiologic Technologist License
2026-07-23 — Editorial review pass: removed editorial commentary from the “What Makes Utah Different” section, keeping focus on Utah’s regulatory structure. Clarified that DOPL distinguishes renewal/reinstatement/re-application without specifying exact lapse thresholds, rather than implying those thresholds simply weren’t found. Simplified late-fee and address-currency wording. Added an FAQ addressing CE proration for newly licensed technologists.
2026-07-23 — Publish-ready draft completed. Renewal fee ($47), CE requirement (24 hours), and the fixed May 31 (odd-year) expiration date confirmed directly against DOPL’s official Radiologic Technologist renewal page — resolving initial uncertainty about whether that expiration pattern, first found on a related sub-credential’s page, also applied to the full Radiologic Technologist license. Late fee, reinstatement fee, and CE audit claims from raw data-collection sources were not independently confirmed as specific to this profession and are presented with that caveat rather than stated as fact.