How to Obtain Your Louisiana Arizona License | Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) State
License by Endorsement
ASSOCIATED FEES | |
Application | $150 |
Temporary License | $50 |
Background Check | $50 |
License Renewal
ASSOCIATED FEES | PROCESS | |
Timely | $160 | Active within 24 hours if renewed online |
Late Fee | $50/month (cannot exceed $200) | |
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.
NECESSARY DOCUMENTS | TEMPORARY | PERMANENT |
Completed Application | Yes | Yes |
Proof/Verification of Original State license | No | Yes |
Copy of Current License | Yes | No |
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