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Utah nursing license rules

Compact state

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

Utah 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 Utah in person or by telehealth without a new license. If you live in Utah, your multistate license is issued here.

RN renewalEvery 2 years
RN CE hours per cycle30
RN endorsement fee$92
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
When it expires
January 31 of odd-numbered years
Renewal fee
$68
Continuing education
30 contact hours per renewal cycle
Required CE topics
  • Suicide prevention (one DOPL online training, 0.5 hr)
Endorsement fee
$92
Non-refundable application fee on the RN/LPN application
Fingerprints for endorsement
Yes, a criminal background check with fingerprints
Temporary permit
Not confirmed yet. Check with the board
How to apply
Fingerprints required. Verify license via Nursys (or direct from non-Nursys board); application not processed until verification received. About 21 days for a complete application.

Moving or traveling

Moving to Utah 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.

Check another state

Board of nursing

Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) / Board of Nursing

Licenses: RN, LPN

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 Spotted something out of date?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