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Nurses & the NLC

Explore resources for nurses who hold a multistate license, including travel nurses and military families.

Employers & the NLC

Find out what you need to know as a nurse employer in a compact state.

Students & the NLC

Information for students or faculty to prepare those planning to acquire a multistate license.

Apply for a Multistate License

Nurses who live in a compact state can apply for a multistate license if they meet the licensure requirements.

How to Apply

Participating Jurisdictions

41 jurisdictions are currently part of the NLC. Hover over each state for additional status details. Click a state to access each board's contact information.

* See additional implementation status information.

Help Your State Join the Compact

If your state is not yet a member of the NLC, find out how you can help bring the compact to your state.

Take Action

2024 NLC Legal Conference Series

Join state board of nursing legal experts to examine timely legal issues relating to the Nurse Licensure Compact.

New 60-day Rule

A new NLC rule impacts nurses moving from one compact state to another compact state.

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