Obtaining a compact license allows you to practice nursing in any of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) states. To obtain a compact license, you must also have an active license in the state for which you are applying. Once you’ve obtained a license for one of the NLC states, you do not need licensure in any of the other NLC states to work in them. NLC states include:
Nursing Licensure
Compact States - RN
Alabama
Address: RSA Plaza, Suite 250, 770 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104
Phone: 800-656-5318
Website: https://www.abn.alabama.gov
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Application – $100
Temporary Permit – $50
Transaction Fee – $3.50
Processing Time – 3-5 Days for Temp; Temp permit active for 120 days
Documents Needed
Verification of Original State License
Proof of Citizenship/Legal Presence
Official Transcript from Nursing Program
Completed CE Requirements
LICENSE RENEWAL
RNs must renew licenses on a two-calendar-year cycle; RNs in even years; Renewal period Sept. 1 through Dec. 31
Fee – $103.50 ($100.00 renewal fee + $3.50 online fee)
Disaster Temporary Permit Available
Application – $25
Must complete and submit form and supporting documentation to the Board
Arizona
Address: 4747 North 7th Street, Suite 200 | Phoenix, AZ 85014
Phone: 602-771-7800 | Fax: 602-771-7888
Website: http://www.azbn.gov
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $150
Temp License – $50
Fingerprint/Background Check – $50
Process Time – Approx. 2 weeks (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
EMERGENCY PURPOSES ONLY: You may walk in to apply for a Temp License, which is issued in 48 hours. You must deliver all required docs by hand, including a letter of hire on the employer’s letterhead stating a specific hire date starting within 7 days.
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Copy of current license – Temp Only
Completed fingerprint card (provided by AZBN) – Temp & Perm
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $160
Late Fee – $50/mo not to exceed $200
Reinstatement – $150 + late fees
Processing Time – Active within 24 hours if renewed online; approx. 30 days for paper application
Additional Info
Must submit a written request for a paper application from AZBN if the license has expired, and submit a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Arkansas
Address: University Tower Building 1123 South University Avenue, Suite 800 | Little Rock, AR 72204
Phone: 501-686-2700 | Fax: 501-686-2714
Website: www.arsbn.org
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $100
Temp License – $25 | Note: permits are not issued on a walk-in basis
Process Time – Approx. 2 weeks (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Copy of current license – Temp Only
Completed fingerprint card (provided by ASBN) – Perm Only
Must enter the INA Search ID number located on the Payment Summary on your fingerprint card in the box marked “FBI Leave Blank.”
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $75
Expired (5yrs) – $175
Process Time – Active within 24 hours if renewed online; 2 weeks for paper application
Additional Info
Can renew online if expired within 5 years and primary state of residence is not a compact state – additional 5 hours of board-approved CEUs required (20 hours for non-active licenses)
Reinstatements expired more than 5 years, and the primary state of residence is a compact state – must mail a request to ASBN for paper renewal, including a self-addressed, stamped envelope
After the first two years, wallet license cards will no longer be distributed following renewal.
Colorado
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 10-14 business days
Valid For (temp): 120 days
Temp Cost: $43
Length to Process (perm): 4 weeks
Perm Cost: $43
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 303-894-7800
Website: https://dpo.colorado.gov/Nursing
Delaware
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 4 weeks
Valid For (temp): 90 days
Temp Cost: $40
Length to Process (perm): 4-8 weeks
Perm Cost: $132
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 302-744-4500
Florida
Address: 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: 850-254-4125
Website: https://floridasnursing.gov/licensing
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $110.
Fingerprint/Background Check – Fee Varies by Livescan Provider (Ranges $44-$88)
Process Time – All applications reviewed within 30 days (allow a minimum of 10 days)
Documents Needed
Completed Application
Verification of Original State License (copy or website printout will not qualify)
Fingerprints Submitted Electronically Through Livescan
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $75
Expired – $130
Additional Info
Documents needed to renew: Completed CE Requirements (reported into CEBroker.com), Renewal Application, and Required Fees
Georgia
Address: 237 Coliseum Drive | Macon, GA 31217
Phone: 478-207-2440
Website: https://sos.ga.gov/georgia-board-nursing
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – Include a check or money order payable to the Georgia Board of Nursing in the amount of $50.00.
Temp License – Included
Process Time – Approx. 2 weeks (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Copy of current license – Temp Only
Completed fingerprint card (provided by ASBN) – Perm Only
Must enter the INA Search ID number located on the Payment Summary on your fingerprint card in the box marked “FBI Leave Blank.”
Additional Info & Link/s:
Idaho
Address: P.O. Box 83720, 280 N 8th St., Suite 210 – Boise, Idaho 83720
Phone: 208-577-2476 | Fax: 208-334-3262
Website: https://dopl.idaho.gov/bon/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $152
Temp License – $25 | Process time – approx. 2 weeks upon receipt of all required docs (valid 3 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Process Time – approx. 2 months upon receipt of all required docs (must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $90
Late Fee (after Aug. 31) – $35
Additional Info
Licenses are renewed on August 31st of odd-numbered years.
If you continue to practice nursing in Idaho with an expired license, an administrative fine may be assessed.
Licenses may be renewed three (3) months prior to the expiration date of your current license.
If you are unable to renew online, you can request a paper renewal by contacting the Board of Nursing office at: info@ibn.idaho.gov, or mail a request to Idaho Board of Nursing, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0061. PLEASE NOTE: Fees without the accompanying signed renewal form will not be accepted.
You may not renew your license online if one or more of the following apply to you: lapsed license for more than one year OR primary state of residence (other than Idaho) is a member of the Nurse Licensure (See http://www.ncsbn.org/ for a list of Current States)
Indiana
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 2 weeks
Valid For (temp): 90 days
Temp Cost: $10
Length to Process (perm): if home state on Nursy’s, activate a perm license, not a temp
Perm Cost: $50
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 317-234-2043
Iowa
Address: 400 S.W. 8th Street, Suite B | Des Moines, IA 50309
Phone: 515-281-3255 | Fax: 515-281-4825
Website: https://nursing.iowa.gov/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $169
Process Time – Approx. within 5 business days upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 30 days – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Transcript – received directly from nursing school – Perm Only
Verification of original state license – Temp & Perm
Signed Waiver Form – Temp & Perm
2 completed fingerprint cards (must be from the board) – Temp & Perm
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $99 | Processing: 3-5 business days
Late Fee – $14 | Processing: within 24 hours for online renewal
Reinstatement – $225 | Processing: approx. 5 business days
Additional Info
Reinstatement requirement of 1.2 CEUs or 12 contact hours earned in previous 12 months. Must complete a criminal background check.
Kansas
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 6-8 weeks as of 7/1/19 *Compact License Transition Period Seeing Higher Volume of Applications
Valid For (temp): 120 days
Temp Cost: included in perm cost
Length to Process (perm): 1 month
Perm Cost: $123
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 785-296-4929 | Fax: 785-296-3929
Website: https://ksbn.kansas.gov/
Kentucky
Address: 312 Whittington Parkway, Suite 300 | Louisville, KY 40222
Phone: 502-429-3300 | Fax: 502-429-3311
Website: http://www.kbn.ky.gov/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $165
Temp License – Fee included
Fingerprint – $14.75
Process Time – Approx. 14 days upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
KBN does not issue license cards.
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Federal Criminal Background Check (request FP card) – Temp & Perm – Request Fingerprint Card
State Criminal Background Check (online requests only) – Temp & Perm – Request AOC Card
Official transcripts (if original license is NOT a NURSYS state) – Temp & Perm
Complete the KY jurisprudence exam – Temp & Perm – Take Exam
Evidence of 2 contact hours of HIV/AIDS – Perm Only
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $65 | Processing Time – within 24 hours
Reinstatement – $135 | Processing Time – 2+ weeks depending on requirements
Additional Info
Federal and State background checks required for reinstatements
Verification of employment required for employment outside of KY for at least 500 hours within past 5 years
CE requirements vary for reinstatements depending on each year after expiration – CE requirements found on the KBN website
Must complete the KY jurisprudence exam if license has been lapsed for one or more years
Louisiana
Walk Through State: Yes
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 2-3 weeks
Valid For (temp): 90 days
Temp Cost: $250.75
Length to Process (perm): 4-6 weeks
Perm Cost: $250.75
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 225-755-7500 | Fax: 225-755-7584
Website: https://www.lsbn.state.la.us/
Maine
Address: 158 State Houston Station | Augusta, ME 04333
Phone: 207-287-1133 | Fax: 207-287-1149
Website: http://www.maine.gov/boardofnursing/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $75
Temp License – Fee included
Process Time – Approx. 1-2 weeks upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application (notarized) – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Verification of current, active state license – Temp & Perm
2×2 photo signed & dated on back (no more than 2 years old) – Temp & Perm
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $75
Processing Time – within 3 business days (apply online)
Additional Info
Must contact the ME BON directly to reinstate a lapsed license – linda.f.elliot@maine.gov or 207-287-9946
Maryland
Walk Through State: Yes
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 24-48 hours
Valid For (temp): 90 days
Temp Cost: $40
Length to Process (perm): 4 weeks
Perm Cost: $100
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 410-585-1900
Mississippi
Address: 713 Pear Orchard Road, Suite 300 | Ridgeland, MS 39157
Phone: 601-957-6300 | Fax: 602-957-6301
Website: www.msbn.ms.gov
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $100
Temp License – $50
Process Time – within 10 business days upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 90 days – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application (notarized) – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Copy of current, active license – Temp & Perm
2×2 photo signed and dated on the back – Temp & Perm
Transcripts (sent directly from nursing school to MS BON) – Perm Only
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $100 | Note: May renew online up to 2 years of expiration
Reinstatement – $100
Additional Info
Must submit a written request for paper application from AZBN if license is expired and submit a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Missouri
Address: 3605 Missouri Blvd. – PO Box 656 | Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: 573-751-0681 | Fax: 573-751-0075
Website: www.pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $55
Temp License – Fee included | Note: walk-ins issued same day
Fingerprints – $44.80
Process Time – approx. 1-2 weeks upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application (notarized) – Temp & Perm
Copy of current, active state license – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Proof of fingerprint registration (receipt) – Temp & Perm
Transcripts (received directly from nursing school) – Perm Only
Register for fingerprinting using the 4 digit registration code of 0001 – www.machs.mo.gov
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $60
Late Fee – $50
Lapsed/Reinstatement – $60 renewal fee + $50 late fee for each year license was lapsed as well as current renewal period
Processing Time – Approx. 5-10 business days for renewals and reinstatements
Additional Info
All licenses expire on April 30th of every odd-numbered year
The renewal app must be notarized
Reinstatements – must have another background check
Montana
Address: 301 S Park, 4th Floor | Helena, MT 59620
Phone: 406-841-2202 | Fax: 406-841-2305
Website: https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/nursing/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $200
Temp License – Not issued
Fingerprints – $44.80
Process Time – approx. 10 days or longer upon receipt of required documentation
Documents Needed
Completed application
Verification of original state license
Verification of licenses held in the past 2 years
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $100
Late Fee – $100
Additional Info
All licenses renew on Decemeber 31st of even numbered years
All RNs must maintain proof of 24 continuing education credits per two year licensing period
Nebraska
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 1-2 weeks
Valid For (temp): 60 days
Temp Cost: $123
Length to Process (perm): 1-2 weeks
Perm Cost: $123
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 402-471-4375
Website: https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Nurse-Licensing.aspx
New Hampshire
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 4 weeks
Valid For (temp): 120 days
Temp Cost: $93
Length to Process (perm): 4 weeks
Perm Cost: $93
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 603-271-2323
Website: https://amnhealthcare.com/careers/nursing/license-and-renewal/new-hampshire/
New Jersey
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: N/A
Length to Process (perm): 6-8 weeks
Perm Cost: $263.19
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 973-504-643
Website: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/nur/Pages/default.aspx
New Mexico
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): temp issued if non-Nursy’s
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: N/A
Length to Process (perm): 2-3 weeks
Perm Cost: $110
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 505-841-8340
Website: https://www.bon.nm.gov/
North Carolina
Address: 4516 Lake Boone Trail | Raleigh, NC 27607
Phone: 919-782-3211 | Fax: 919-781-9461
Website: http://www.ncbon.com/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $150
Temp License – Fee included
Fingerprints – $38
Process Time – approx. 1-2 weeks upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
NCBON does not issue license cards
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Verification of current, active state license – Temp & Perm
Completed fingerprint cards (provided by the board once app is received) – Temp & Perm
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely (within 3 months of expiration) – $92 | Processing Time – within 3 business days (online only)
Lapsed/Reinstatement – $180 | Processing Time: 6-8 weeks (if background check is needed)
Additional Info
Must complete a criminal background check if license is expired 6 months or more
15 contact hours of CEUs and 640 hours of active practice within 2 years or 30 contact hours of CEUs (see reinstatement requirements on NCBON website for other options)
North Dakota
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 3-4 business days
Valid For (temp): 90 days
Temp Cost: included with application fee of $160
Length to Process (perm): 3-4 business days
Perm Cost: included with application fee of $160
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 701-328-9777
Website: https://www.ndbon.org/
Oklahoma
2915 N Classen Boulevard, Suite 524 | Oklahoma City, OK 73106
Phone: (405)962-1800
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 10 business days
Temp Cost: $95
Perm: $85/ Apply Online – 3 business days 14 days upon receipt of all required documents
Renewal: $75/ Apply Online – 3 business days 14 days upon receipt of all required documents
Reinstatement/Late: $115/ Apply Online – 3 business days 14 days upon receipt of all required documents
Fingerprint: Varies
Multi-State Licensure:
- Licensure by Endorsement for the U.S. Educated Nurse (RN), with Temporary License and Multistate License Requests – $160.00
- Licensure by Endorsement for the U.S. Educated Nurse (RN), with Multistate License Request – $150.00
- Multistate Licensure for Existing Active Oklahoma Licensee (RN) – $150.00
- Multistate Licensure for Existing Non-Active Oklahoma Licensee (RN) – $150.00
- Renewing Multistate License: $125
Link/s:
Verify an OK License: https://okbn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup
Online Application Forms: https://pay.apps.ok.gov/nursing/licensing/app/index.php
OK ENLC Information: https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/nursing/documents/eNLCfactsnurses.pdf
Utah
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: N/A
Length to Process (perm): 7-21 business days
Perm Cost: $100
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 801-530-6628
Website: https://dopl.utah.gov/nursing/
South Carolina
Walk Through State: Yes
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 14 business days
Valid For (temp): 60 days
Temp Cost: $110 – only accept money order or check
Length to Process (perm): 14 business days
Perm Cost: $100
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 803-896-4550
Website: https://llr.sc.gov/nurse/nlc.aspx
South Dakota
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 1-2 business days
Valid For (temp): 90 days
Temp Cost: $55 license + Nursy’s
Length to Process (perm): 3-5 weeks + 2 months for non-Nursy’s states
Perm Cost: $100
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 605-362-2760
Website: https://www.sdbon.org/Additional%20resources%20licensure/NurseLicensureCompact.asp
Tennessee
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: N/A
Length to Process (perm): 6 weeks
Perm Cost: $115
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 615-532-5166 or 800-778-4123
Texas
Address: 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460 | Austin, TX 78701
Phone: 512-305-7400 | Fax: 512-305-7401
Website: www.bon.state.tx.us
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $186
Temp License – Fee included | Note: issued on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Fingerprints – $41.45
Process Time – within 15 business days upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 120 days – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of ALL licenses held, current or expired – Perm Only
Completed fingerprint card – Perm Only – Register for Fingerprints or 1-888-467-2080
Must pass TX Nursing Jurisprudence Exam – Perm Only – Take Exam
Virginia
Address: Perimeter Center – 9960 Maryland Drive, Suite 300 | Henrico, VA 23233
Phone: 804-367-4515 | Fax: 804-527-4455
Website: http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/nursing/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $190
Temp License – Fee included
Process Time – approx. 10 business days upon receipt of all required docs (letter of practice valid for 30 days…can be extended for another 30 days with evidence that verification of original state licensure has been requested – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application (online) – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Verification of current, active state license – Temp & Perm
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $140 | Processing Time – approx. 5-10 business days
Late Fee (within 2 years) – $50
Late Inactive Renewal – $70
Reinstatement – $225 | Processing Time: approx. 2-3 weeks – Reinstatement application not available online
Additional Info
Reinstatements: must provide 15 hours of board approved CEUs – may be waived with proof of current license
West Virginia
Address: 90 MacCorkle Ave., S.W., Suite 203 | South Charleston, WV 25303
Phone: (304) 744-0900 | Fax: 608-261-7083
Processing Info
Temp License – $25
Perm – $100
Renewal – $65
Reinstatement – $25
Late- $115
Fingerprint – $32.50/2-3 Business Days
Mutistate
- Multistate Application Fee: $70.00
- Minus(-) 2017 renewal fee $65
- Difference $5.00
- Add (=)$2.00 wv.gov fee
- Add (=) $0.16 eGov fee
- $7.14 to convert to multistate
Link/s:
Verify a license: https://apps.wv.gov/Nursing/RNSearch/
Compact License Information:
- https://wvrnboard.wv.gov/Pages/License-Compact-Information.aspx
- https://wvrnboard.wv.gov/Documents/Convert%20from%20SSL%20to%20MSL.pdf
Online forms: https://wvrnboard.wv.gov/forms/Pages/default.asp
Wisconsin
Address: Department of Safety and Professional Services – 1400 East Washington Ave. | Madison, WI 53703
Phone: 608-266-2112 | Fax: 608-261-7083
Website: http://dsps.wi.gov
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $82
Temp License – $10
Process Time – Approx. 7-15 business days (valid for 90 days – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Verification of current state license – Perm Only
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $86 | Processing Time – approx. 2 business days of renewed online
Late Fee – $25
Reinstatement – $107 if expired more than 5 years | Processing Time – approx. 15-20 business days
Additional Info
Wyoming
Address: 130 Hobbs Ave Ste B | Cheyenne, WY 82002
Phone: 307-777-7601
Website: https://wsbn.wyo.gov/
Temp: $25
Perm: $135/ 45-60 Business Days
Renewel: $135
Reinstatement: $110
Late: $135
Fingerprint: $60/ 45-60 Business Days
Multistate conversion application fee: $25
Link/s:
Verify WY license: http://nursing-online.state.wy.us/Verifications.aspx
Online RN license application:
Walk Through States - RN
Walk-through states issue you a temporary state nursing license within a one-day time frame. This temporary nursing license is used as a placeholder until your permanent license is processed. You can practice nursing normally while you await your permanent license. Temporary licenses are valid anywhere from 30 days to 6 months, depending on state regulations. Walk-Through states include:
Arizona
Address: 4747 North 7th Street, Suite 200 | Phoenix, AZ 85014
Phone: 602-771-7800 | Fax: 602-771-7888
Website: http://www.azbn.gov
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $150
Temp License – $50
Fingerprint/Background Check – $50
Process Time – Approx. 2 weeks (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
EMERGENCY PURPOSES ONLY: you may walk-in to apply for a Temp License, which is issued in 48 hours. You must deliver all required docs by hand, including a letter of hire on employer’s letterhead stating a specific hire date starting within 7 days.
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Copy of current license – Temp Only
Completed fingerprint card (provided by AZBN) – Temp & Perm
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $160
Late Fee – $50/mo not to exceed $200
Reinstatement – $150 + late fees
Processing Time – Active within 24 hours if renewed online; approx. 30 days for a paper application
Additional Info
Must submit a written request for a paper application from AZBN if a license is expired and submit a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Idaho
Address: P.O. Box 83720, 280 N 8th St., Suite 210 – Boise, Idaho 83720
Phone: 208-577-2476 | Fax: 208-334-3262
Website: https://dopl.idaho.gov/bon/
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $152
Temp License – $25 | Process time – approx. 2 weeks upon receipt of all required docs (valid 3 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Process Time – approx. 2 months upon receipt of all required docs (must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $90
Late Fee (after Aug. 31) – $35
Additional Info
Licenses are renewed on August 31st of odd-numbered years.
If you continue to practice nursing in Idaho with an expired license, an administrative fine may be assessed.
Licenses may be renewed three (3) months prior to the expiration date of your current license.
If you are unable to renew online, you can request a paper renewal by contacting the Board of Nursing office at: info@ibn.idaho.gov, or mail a request to Idaho Board of Nursing, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0061. PLEASE NOTE: Fees without the accompanying signed renewal form will not be accepted.
You may not renew your license online if one or more of the following apply to you: lapsed license for more than one year OR primary state of residence (other than Idaho) is a member of the Nurse Licensure (See http://www.ncsbn.org/ for a list of Current States)
Missouri
Address: 3605 Missouri Blvd. – PO Box 656 | Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: 573-751-0681 | Fax: 573-751-0075
Website: www.pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $55
Temp License – Fee included | Note: walk-ins issued same day
Fingerprints – $44.80
Process Time – approx. 1-2 weeks upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application (notarized) – Temp & Perm
Copy of current, active state license – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state license – Perm Only
Proof of fingerprint registration (receipt) – Temp & Perm
Transcripts (received directly from nursing school) – Perm Only
Register for fingerprinting using the 4-digit registration code of 0001 – www.machs.mo.gov
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $60
Late Fee – $50
Lapsed/Reinstatement – $60 renewal fee + $50 late fee for each year the license was lapsed, as well as the current renewal period
Processing Time – Approx. 5-10 business days for renewals and reinstatements
Additional Info
All licenses expire on April 30th of every odd-numbered year
The renewal app must be notarized
Reinstatements – must have another background check
New York
Address: 89 Washington Ave., 2nd Floor West Wing | Albany, NY 12234
Phone: 518-474-3817 ext 120 | Fax: 518-474-3706
Website: https://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/registered-professional-nursing/license-requirements
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $143
Temp Permit – $35
Process Time – within 6-8 weeks upon receipt of all required docs
Limited permits issued only to RNs under immediate supervision with endorsement of the employer. Must be employed by the facility and not by a third party.
Documents Needed
Completed application (notarized) – Perm Only
Verification of ALL licenses held, current or expired – Perm Only
Transcripts (received directly from nursing school) – Perm Only
2 hours of child abuse coursework or training – Perm Only
Infection control course (every 4 years) – Perm Only
Child Abuse Approved Providers
Infection Control Approved Providers
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $73
Process Time – approx. 2-3 business days
Renew online if expired within 4 months
Additional Info
Inactive or lapsed license must contact the board to request application and fees
Proof of infection control course required every 4 years
RN can walk through the board to reinstate – will be a given a letter of good standing with new expiration date ($10.00 in addition to renewal fee for letter)
South Carolina
Walk Through State: Yes
Compact License: Yes
Length to Process (temp): 14 business days
Valid For (temp): 60 days
Temp Cost: $110 – only accept money order or check
Length to Process (perm): 14 business days
Perm Cost: $100
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 803-896-4550
Other States - RN
The following states are neither Compact nor Walk-Through and have varying requirements.
Alaska
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 10 business days
Valid For (temp): 6 months
Temp Cost: $50
Length to Process (perm): 10 business days
Perm Cost: $275
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 907-269-8161
Website: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/professionallicensing/boardofnursing.aspx
California
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 6-8 weeks
Valid For (temp): 6 months
Temp Cost: $50
Length to Process (perm): Varies
Perm Cost: $100 + fingerprints
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 916-322-3350
Connecticut
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 10-15 business days
Valid For (temp): 120 days
Temp Cost: included in perm cost
Length to Process (perm): before 120 day temp license expires
Perm Cost: $180
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 860-509-7603
Hawaii
Walk Through State: Yes
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): valid until 6/30 of odd number year
Temp Cost: $202 odd years; $146 even years
Length to Process (perm): 2-3 weeks
Perm Cost: N/A
Nursy’s: No
Phone: 808-586-3000
Illinois
Address: James R. Thompson Center, 100 West Randolph Street, Suite 9-300 | Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312-814-2715 | Fax: 312-814-3145
Website: https://online-dfpr.micropact.com/Account/AcctMatching.aspx
COMPACT STATE, LICENSE BY ENDORSEMENT
Processing Info
Application – $50
Temp Permit – $75
Process Time – approx. 2-4 weeks upon receipt of all required docs (valid for 6 months – must not have any prior convictions or disciplinary actions)
Documents Needed
Completed application – Temp & Perm
Verification of ALL current, active RN and Temp licenses – Temp & Perm
Verification of original state and current license (send proof of NURSYs receipt) – Perm Only
Verification of licensure in all states practiced within 5 years – Perm Only
Proof of fingerprint submission (receipt) – Temp & Perm
Certificate of education signed by the director of the nursing school (submit with app) – Perm Only
Official transcripts with school seal affixed – Perm Only
Verification of employment completed by employer (submit with app) – Perm Only
LICENSE RENEWAL
Processing Info
Timely – $60
Late Fee – $50
Process Time – approx. 6-8 weeks
Restoration (expired more than 5 years) – $20 + payment of all lapsed renewal fees
Temp Fee – $25
See the IDFPR website for the fee schedule. Fees are subject to change.
Additional Info
Licenses expire on May 31 of each even year.
Must contact the board for the restoration form at 1-800-560-6420
20 hours of approved CEUs required per 2-year license renewal cycle
May apply for a temp license – valid for 6 months. Issued within 14 days upon receipt of a complete application
Expired more than 5 years:
Verification of original state and current license (send proof of NURSY’s receipt)
Verification of licensure for all states practiced within 5 years
Verification of employment
Copies of all current, active licenses (only if applying for a temp permit)
Massachusetts
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: N/A
Length to Process (perm): 4-6 weeks
Perm Cost: $275
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 617-973-0800 or 800-414-0168
Minnesota
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 3-5 business days
Valid For (temp): 60 days
Temp Cost: $115.50
Length to Process (perm): 3-5 days
Perm Cost: $115.50
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 612-617-2270
Website: https://mn.gov/boards/nursing/
Michigan
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): 1 year
Temp Cost: $64
Length to Process (perm): N/A
Perm Cost: $54
Nursy’s: No
Phone: 517-335-0918
Website: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/nursing
Nevada
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 1-2 weeks
Valid For (temp): 6 months
Temp Cost: included in perm cost
Length to Process (perm): 2-4 months
Perm Cost: $$105 + $51.25 fingerprints
Nursy’s: No
Phone: 702-486-5800
Ohio
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): 6 months
Temp Cost: N/A
Length to Process (perm): 5-30 business days
Perm Cost: $75
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 614-466-3947
Website: https://nursing.ohio.gov/licensing-and-certification
Oregon
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): N/A
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: N/A
Length to Process (perm): 4-6 weeks
Perm Cost: $247
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 971-673-0685
Pennsylvania
Walk Through State: No
Compact License:Pending implementation, Date TBD
Length to Process (temp): 12-14 business days; NOTE: During COVID emergency (re-extended 9/30/2021 to expire 3/31/2022), this has been expedited to 3-5 business days.
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: $70 (in addition to perm license); total cost at time of application is $190
Length to Process (perm): 8-10 weeks
Perm Cost: $120
Nursy’s: No
Phone: 833-367-2762
Website: https://www.pa.gov/en/agencies/dos/department-and-offices/bpoa/boards-commissions/nursing.html
Rhode Island
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 6-8 weeks
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: $135
Length to Process (perm): 6 months
Perm Cost: temp fee gets both
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 401-222-5700
Nursing Board Site: http://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=231#
Vermont
Walk Through State: Yes
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 7-10 business days
Valid For (temp): N/A
Temp Cost: $150
Length to Process (perm): 7-10 business days
Perm Cost: $150
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 802-828-2396
Washington
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 2-3 weeks
Valid For (temp): until next birthday
Temp Cost: $88
Length to Process (perm): 8 weeks
Perm Cost: $88
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 360-236-4700
Website: https://nursing.wa.gov/licensing
Washington D.C.
Walk Through State: No
Compact License: No
Length to Process (temp): 3-4 weeks
Valid For (temp): 90 days
Temp Cost: included in perm cost
Length to Process (perm): 4-6 weeks
Perm Cost: $230
Nursy’s: Yes
Phone: 202-724-4900 or 877-244-1689
Website: https://dchealth.dc.gov/bon
