Transfer a Nursing License After Moving to Another State
Determine compact or endorsement eligibility, complete verification and background requirements, and receive authority to practice in the destination state.
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Who it's for
US RNs, LPN/LVNs and APRNs holding an active, unencumbered license who are moving to another state and want to resume paid clinical work as quickly as possible, without hiring a credentialing agency.
About this playbook
This guide walks you through transferring an active US nursing license when you move to another state, covering both the Nurse Licensure Compact route and the longer endorsement-by-application path. You will check whether you qualify for a compact privilege, assemble the verification package the destination board requires, submit the application, and track it through to approval. It covers RN, LPN/LVN and APRN transfers where the destination board offers endorsement. It does not cover initial licensure, foreign-educated nurse requirements, or defending a disciplinary case, and the cost and time figures are typical ranges, not promises for your specific state.
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Phase 1: Confirm Which Path Applies to You
4 stepsPhase 2: Assemble the Verification Package
5 stepsPhase 3: Submit the Endorsement Application
4 stepsPhase 4: Track Progress and Answer Requests
4 stepsPhase 5: Receive Authority to Practice
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What you need first
An active nursing license in your current state, a confirmed move or new address in the destination state, your nursing school's name and graduation dates, a government-issued ID, and the ability to complete a fingerprint-based background check.
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