Arizona is an Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) state
Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 W. Adams, Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ 85007
TEL: 602-771-7800
FAX: 602-771-7888
License by Endorsement
Processing Fees | |
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Application | $150 |
Temp License | $50 |
Background Check | $50 |
Temp License Processing
Up to 30 days – valid for 6 months (must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions).
Walk thru – temp issued within 48 hours for emergencies only.
Documents Needed | Temp | Perm |
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Completed application | Yes | Yes |
Verification of original state license | No | Yes |
Copy of current license | Yes | No |
Completed fingerprint card (provided by AZBN) | Yes | Yes |
May walk thru to receive a Temp License, issued in 48 hours- (For emergency purposes only)
Hand carry all required docs including a letter of hire on employer’s letterhead stating a specific hire date starting within 7 days.
*Temporary permits are issued while other required docs are in process of receiving a permanent license. Additional necessary steps to receive a permanent license MUST also be initiated.
License Renewal
Processing Fees | Renewal License Processing | |
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Timely | $160 | Active within 24 hrs if renewed online |
Late Fee | $50/mo not to exceed $200 | |
Reinstatement | $150 + late fees | Approximately 30 days for paper application |
Additional Info
Must submit a written request for paper application from AZBN if license is expired AND submit a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Online Renewal
Verify an Arizona license
NOTE: Mailing address to send application/docs may be different than the physical address