Apply by Mail:

1. To Apply for a Nursing License, the applicant has to approach the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services link or the state nursing board link
2. Ensure that the applicant has completed the necessary education requirements for nursing licensure in the chosen state.
3. This typically involves graduating from an accredited nursing program, such as a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.
4. The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) is a standardized exam that tests the knowledge and competencies needed to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the United States. Register for and pass the NCLEX exam for the specific type of nursing license the applicant is pursuing (RN or LPN).
5. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
7. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
8. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
9. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office mailing address.
10. The mailing address is mentioned in the “Office Locations & Contacts” section of this page.
11. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
12. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
13. Nursing licensing boards require applicants to undergo criminal background checks, including fingerprinting, to ensure patient safety and trustworthiness.
14. Then the application will be processed further.
15. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
16. Once the application is approved, the applicant will receive the nursing license through mail.
17. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

• A completed application form
• A copy of the nursing diploma or degree
• A copy of the nursing transcripts
• A copy of the nursing license from another state (if applicable)
• A copy of the criminal background check
• Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
• A fee receipt
• Any other documents (if required)

Montana Board of Nursing
301 S. Park Avenue
4th Floor
Helena
MT 59620

Mailing Address:
PO Box 200513
Helena
MT 59620-0513
Phone: (406) 444-6880
Email: DLIBSDHELP@MT.GOV
Contact Link

National Council of State Boards of Nursing
National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
111 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2900
Chicago, IL 60601-4277
US PHONE - 312.525.3600
INTERNATIONAL - 1 011 312 525 3600
Contact link
Regional Office link1 and link2

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
Toll-Free Call Center: 1-877-696-6775
Contact link
Regional Office link

• Any person who intends to graduate in nursing is eligible to make this application.

• The fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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• This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

• Name
• Address
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Contact number
• ZIP code
• City
• Email
• Fax
• Date
• qualification details
• Signature

• A nursing license in the United States is a legal authorization that allows individuals to practice nursing in a specific state. It is granted by the state licensing board or regulatory authority responsible for overseeing nursing practice and ensuring public safety.

• For more information link

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

Link

• The nursing license grants individuals the legal authority to perform nursing duties within the scope of practice defined by the state's nursing practice act.
• This includes activities such as assessing patients, administering medications, providing treatments, collaborating with healthcare teams, and promoting health and well-being.