Licensure by Examination
Applicants must take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) if they have never taken and passed, or been licensed as a registered nurse in another state. All applicants must have completed an educational program meeting all California requirements. If you are lacking any educational requirements, you must successfully complete an approved course prior to taking the examination.
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All Applicants Must Provide the Following:
1. Appropriate Fees.
Application Fees
| DESCRIPTION | FEE AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse Examination Application Fee | $75 |
| Interim Permit | $30 |
| Registered Nurse Endorsement/Reciprocity Fee | $50 |
| Temporary RN License | $30 |
| Manual Fingerprint Card (DOJ and FBI) | $51 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | $75 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $75 |
| Nurse-Midwife | $75 |
| Nurse-Midwife Furnishing Number | $50 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $75 |
| Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number | $50 |
| Public Health Nurse | $75 |
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse | No Fee |
| Continuing Education Provider | $200 |
Renewal Fees
| DESCRIPTION | FEE AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse Renewal Fee (Timely) | $85 |
| Registered Nurse Renewal Fee (Delinquent) | $122 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist Renewal (Timely) | $50 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist Renewal (Delinquent) | $75 |
| Nurse Anesthetist Renewal (Timely) | $50 |
| Nurse Anesthetist Renewal (Delinquent) | $75 |
| Nurse-Midwife Renewal (Timely) | $50 |
| Nurse-Midwife Renewal (Delinquent) | $75 |
| Nurse-Midwife Furnishing Number Renewal (Timely) | $30 |
| Nurse-Midwife Furnishing Number Renewal (Delinquent) | $45 |
| Nurse Practitioner Renewal | No Fee |
| Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number Renewal (Timely) | $30 |
| Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number Renewal (Delinquent) | $45 |
| Public Health Nurse Renewal | No Fee |
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Renewal | No Fee |
| Continuing Education Provider Renewal (Timely) | $200 |
| Continuing Education Provider Renewal (Delinquent) | $300 |
Miscellaneous Fees
| DESCRIPTION | FEE AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Certified Copy of School Transcript | $30 |
| Confirmation of License Renewal Letter | $2 |
| Copy of Test Results | $10 |
| Dishonored Check Penalty | $15 |
| Duplicate License | $30 |
| ICHP Visa Screen | $60 |
| Verification of CA RN Licensure | $60 |
2. Completed Application for Licensure by Examination.
3. Completed fingerprints using either the Live Scan Process or the Applicant Fingerprint Card (Hard Card) processing method as directed in the "Instructions for Submitting Fingerprint Cards". Submit the appropriate nonrefundable TOTAL FEE as directed on the Application Fee Schedule.
NOTE: Application does not include fingerprint cards or live scan form. Fingerprint cards and livescan forms may be requested on the Requests page.
- One recent 2" x 2" passport-type photograph.
- Completed Request for Accommodation of Disabilities form(s), if applicable.
- Request for Transcript form(s) completed and forwarded directly from the nursing school(s) with certified transcripts.
- If applicable, documents and/or letters explaining prior convictions or disciplinary action and attesting to your rehabilitation as directed in Section II of the General Information and Instructions.
- IN ADDITION FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS:
- A. Send Breakdown of Educational Program for International Nursing Programs form to your school with the Request for Transcript form. Also provide the Certified English Translation form to your certified translator if your transcript is not in English. (See Supplemental Application Instructions for International Graduates with the application.)
- B. Submit a copy of your license or diploma that allows you to practice professional nursing in the country where you were educated. If you do not hold a license, a written explanation is required. Also, provide copies of your certificates for midwifery and psychiatric nursing, if applicable.
