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Georgia nursing license rules

Compact state

RN and LPN · Last checked October 29, 2026 · Sources

Georgia is a compact state (since January 2018). If your primary state of residence is another compact state and you hold a multistate license, you can work in Georgia in person or by telehealth without a new license. If you live in Georgia, your multistate license is issued here.

RN renewalEvery 2 years
RN CE hours per cycle30
RN endorsement fee$75
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
When it expires
January 31 of even or odd years depending on license cycle; late renewal allowed through last day of February (no practice after expiration)
Renewal fee
$65
Continuing education
30 contact hours per renewal cycle
Required CE topics
None found on the board's pages.
Endorsement fee
$75
Fingerprints for endorsement
Yes, a criminal background check with fingerprints
Temporary permit
Not confirmed yet. Check with the board
How to apply
Rule 410-3-.01: verification of exam and current active license from another jurisdiction; 500 practice hours or recent graduation/reentry within 4 years; lawful presence; criminal background check registration (O.C.G.A. 43-26-7(c)(5)).

Moving or traveling

Moving to Georgia from another compact state? Apply by endorsement in the new home state within 60 days (rule effective 2024-01-02). May keep practicing on the old multistate license until the new one is issued; the old one is then deactivated. Can apply before moving.

Moving here from a non-compact state? Apply by endorsement in the new home state; a multistate license may be issued if residency and uniform requirements (incl. state and federal fingerprint background checks) are met. The old single-state license is unaffected.

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Board of nursing

Georgia Board of Nursing (Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards)

Licenses: RN, LPN

Board home · Renewal · Endorsement · CE rules
This page summarizes Georgia's rules from the board's own pages as of October 29, 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the board before you apply or renew. Spotted something out of date? Email [email protected].

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