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Indiana Nursing License and Renewals: What You Need to Know

Need an Indiana nursing license? There’s more than corn in Indiana! Forest, hills, plains, American Indian cultural festivities, plenty of fresh air — add the low cost of living to the list and your savings account will be thanking you for taking a nursing job in Indiana.


Things to know about applying for your Indiana nursing license:

  • Indiana is not a Compact State
  • Temp license good for 90 days and issued only once
  • The Board may take up to 7 weeks to process applications
  • Criminal background check completed prior to application submission is not valid
  • Can apply for a temp permit by endorsement

Documents needed for getting your Indiana nursing license:

  • Completed application
  • Signed 2x2 passport photo
  • Proof of current license
  • Proof of licensure from every state ever licensed in
  • Transcript required for anyone with original license in IL or FL

Processing fees to be aware of:

  • $39.45 background check
  • $50 for renewal (additional $50 late fee)
  • $100 reactivation fee

Professional Licensing Agency, 402 Washington St., 3 Capital Hill, Rm W072

Call: (317) 234-2043

Web:Indiana Board of Nursing

Apply Today!