The Arizona State Board of Nursing licenses registered and practical nurses in the state of Arizona. Arizona is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, meaning that nurses from other states in the compact do not need to apply for licensure unless they plan to make Arizona their primary licensing state. Initial licensure is by examination.
Select license type you’re applying for:

Registered Nurse - Initial Licensure
Service(s) Required


English Language Proficiency Exam Results
Exam scores not required to be resubmitted to CGFNS for CP or VS Verification Letter
Exams scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS or CES
Notes
Licensed Practical Nurse - Initial Licensure
Service(s) Required
English Language Proficiency Exam Results
Exam scores not required to be resubmitted to CGFNS for VS Verification Letter
Exams scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS or CES
Notes
Licensed Practical Nurse - Endorsement
Service(s) Required
English Language Proficiency Exam Results
Exam scores not required to be resubmitted to CGFNS for VS Verification Letter
Exams scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS or CES