How to Obtain a Florida Nursing License | Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) State
License by Endorsement
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ASSOCIATED FEES |
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Application |
$110 |
License Renewal
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ASSOCIATED FEES |
PROCESS |
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Active/Inactive/Delinquent |
$80-$270 |
Online renewal or 2-3 weeks for paper application |
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Reinstatement |
Contact Florida Board of Nursing for Instructions |
Temporary License Processing
You will receive a temporary license within 30 days and the license will be valid for 6 months (must not have any prior convictions or disciplinary action to obtain).
There is a minimum of 14 days needed to process before checking on the status of an application.
Employee Verification is NOT NEEDED for applicants who have completed the NCLEX or have an active license.
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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 |
Yes |
Yes |
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Copy of Current Active License |
Yes |
Yes |
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Completed Fingerprints – Electronic Only |
Yes |
Yes |
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2 Hr Prevention of Medical Errors Course |
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
Reinstatement:
- Requires 24 contact hours every 2 years including Prevention of Medical Errors 3
- View license verification information here.
Check for proper mailing address when sending in applications as it may differ from the physical address provided.
Contact Information & Mailing Address
Florida State Board of Nursing
4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin C-02
Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: 850-245-4125