How to Obtain Your Louisiana Arizona License | Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) State
License by Endorsement
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ASSOCIATED FEES |
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Application |
$150 |
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Temporary License |
$50 |
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Background Check |
$50 |
License Renewal
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ASSOCIATED FEES |
PROCESS |
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Timely |
$160 |
Active within 24 hours if renewed online |
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Late Fee |
$50/month (cannot exceed $200) |
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Reinstatement |
$150 + late fees |
Approx. 30 days |
Temporary License Processing & Walk-Through Service
It takes approximately 30 days to receive a temporary license in Arizona and the license will last for up to 6 months (must not have any prior convictions or disciplinary action to obtain).
As a Walk-Through State, Arizona is able to issue temporary licenses within 48 hours for emergencies only. In order to receive a temporary license within 48 hours, you must bring all required documents including a letter of employment on the employer’s letterhead with a specific starting date within 7 days of current date.
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NECESSARY DOCUMENTS |
TEMPORARY |
PERMANENT |
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Completed Application |
Yes |
Yes |
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Proof/Verification of Original State license |
No |
Yes |
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Copy of Current License |
Yes |
No |
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Completed Fingerprint Card (from AZBN) |
Yes |
Yes |
Temporary licenses are only issued while other required documents are being processed. There are additional steps that must be completed to receive a permanent license.
Additional Information
Nurses must submit a written request for a paper application from AZBN (Arizona State Board of Nursing) if license is expired – Application must be submitted in a self-addressed and stamped envelope.
Check for proper mailing address when sending in applications as it may differ from the physical address provided.
View license verification information here.
Contact Information & Mailing Address
Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 West Adams Street
Suite 2000
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: 602-771-7800