How to renew your SAM.gov registration
Renewing is free and, if your entity doesn't need re-validation, takes only a few minutes at SAM.gov. Here's exactly how.
Step by step
- Go to SAM.gov and sign in (Login.gov).
- From your Workspace, open the entity you manage.
- Select Renew / Update Registration.
- Confirm your core data, financial info, and points of contact.
- Review the representations & certifications.
- Submit. You'll get a confirmation; processing can take time if validation is triggered.
What you'll need
Your UEI, your entity's legal/banking details (these stay on SAM.gov — never give them to a third party), and your reps & certs answers. If your legal name or address changed, you may need to re-validate the entity, which is the slowest part.
When to start
Begin at least 30–60 days before expiration. Re-validation backlogs are the #1 cause of accidental lapses. A reminder at 120/60/30/14/7 days out keeps you ahead of it — that's what SAM Sentinel does, free.
Never miss your renewal
Free email reminders at 120 / 60 / 30 / 14 / 7 days before your SAM.gov registration expires. No fee, no account.
Set up free reminders →Frequently asked
How long does SAM.gov renewal take?
Minutes if no re-validation is needed; days to weeks if your entity must be re-validated.
How often do I have to renew?
Every 365 days. Registrations expire annually.
What happens if I miss it?
Your registration lapses and you become ineligible for federal awards and payments until you renew.
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