Arkansas is an Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) state
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
University Tower Building
1123 South University Avenue, Suite 800
Little Rock, AR 72204
TEL: 501-686-2700
FAX: 501-686-2714
License by Endorsement
| Processing Fees | |
|---|---|
| Application | $100 |
| Temp License | $25 |
Temp License Processing
Approximately 2 weeks – valid for 6 months (must not have any prior convictions OR disciplinary actions).
Permits are not issued on a walk-in basis.
| Documents Needed | Temp | Perm |
|---|---|---|
| Completed online application | Yes | Yes |
| Verification of original state license | No | Yes |
| Verification of current license | Yes | No |
| Completed fingerprint card (provided by ASBN) | No | Yes |
| Must enter the INA Search ID number located on the payment summary on your fingerprint card in the box marked “FBI Leave Blank”. |
Apply online
Check the status of an application
*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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Timely | $75 | Active within 24 hours if renewed online |
| Expired (5yrs) | $175 | 2 weeks for paper application |
Additional Info
May renew online if expired within 5 years and primary state of residence is not a compact state. An additional 5 hours of board approved CEUs required – 20 hours for non-active licenses.
Reinstatements expired more than 5 years and 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.
Online Renewal
Verify an Arkansas license
NOTE: Mailing address to send application/docs may be different than the physical address
