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Obtaining Your Illinois Nursing License

For Nurses: Licensing Guide/Illinois

Contact Information

Illinois State Board Information

License by Endorsement

Processing Fees

Fee

Application fee

$75.00 (includes application and temporary license fee)

Temp License Processing

Documents Needed

Temp

Perm

Complete the RN Licensure by Endorsement application online: A temporary permit is valid for 6 months. You MUST complete all steps of obtaining permanent licensure to ensure that the temporary license does not lapse.

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Background Check: Proof of fingerprint submission is required. You must submit a transaction control number (TCN) on the application. You must start the fingerprint process before applying for the license.

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Verification of Licensure

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Verification of Employment: Must be sent to the Board directly from your employer. This is necessary in order to receive permanent licensure.

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Official Transcripts: Must be sent to the Board directly from your nursing school. This is necessary in order to receive permanent licensure.

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Additional Info

License Renewal

Processing Fees

Fee

Renewal License Processing

Timely

$75

Active within 24 hours if renewed online

Expired (5yrs)

$175

2 weeks for paper application