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Minnesota nursing license rules

Not in the compact

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

Minnesota is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact. To work here, including travel contracts and telehealth to patients in Minnesota, you need a Minnesota license. A multistate license from another state does not cover it.

RN renewalEvery 2 years (initial period 6-29 months)
RN CE hours per cycle24
RN endorsement fee$105
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years (initial period 6-29 months)
When it expires
Period set by licensure date relative to birth month/year; renewal deadline equals expiration date
Renewal fee
$85
Continuing education
24 contact hours per renewal cycle
Required CE topics
None found on the board's pages.
Endorsement fee
$105
Fingerprints for endorsement
Yes, a criminal background check with fingerprints
Temporary permit
Available. Valid until license granted or 60 days, whichever first; not renewable
How to apply
Online application; Nursys verification from original and current states; employer Confirmation of Nursing Employment form; fingerprint packet emailed after applying ($35 CBC fee); CE or refresher may be required if out of practice.

Moving or traveling

Moving to Minnesota from a compact state? Apply by endorsement in the new state and notify the former board; the former multistate license converts to single-state.

Travel nurses on a temporary contract keep their home state; see how the compact works.

Check another state

Board of nursing

Minnesota Board of Nursing

Licenses: RN, LPN, APRN

Board home · Renewal · Endorsement · CE rules
This page summarizes Minnesota'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 Spotted something out of date?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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