Pennsylvania Licensing System (PALS)

• How do I renew my medical license?
• When can I start my renewal application for my medical license on PALS?
• Will I receive a notification to renew my medical license?
• What if I don’t have a PALS account?
• How can I update my email address so that I can reset my password?
• Where can I find my registration code?
• Does PALS have an FAQ page?
• How do I submit a request for a name change?
• Am I required to upload supporting documentation when I renew my license?
• Is a criminal history check needed for license renewal?
• How do I submit my renewal on PALS?
• How do I pay for my renewal application?
• How will I know that my renewal application was successfully submitted along with payment?
• Can I go back into my renewal application to make corrections after clicking submit?
• Will I receive notice if there is a discrepancy with my renewal application?
• How can I check the status of my renewal application?
• What if I fail to renew my license on time?
• How do I contact PALS Support for assistance?
• Is an electronic copy of my license certificate available through PALS?
• Will I still receive a copy of my license certificate by mail?
• Will I receive a wallet card for my license?

Renewal Due Dates

License renewal is every even-numbered year on the following dates:

• DOs must renew by November 30th.
• MDs must renew by December 31st.

Fees

How much does it cost to renew in 2024?

The renewal fees are as follows:

• DOs $450 (see 49 Pa. Code § 25.231).
• MDs $360 (see 49 Pa. Code § 16.15 and 49 Pa. Code § 16.13).

These fees apply to both an active and active-retired license.

How much does it cost to renew a volunteer license?

There is no fee to renew a volunteer license.