Education: For U.S.-educated examination applicants: complete a Board-approved nursing program; RN applicants need a nursing diploma, associate degree or bachelor degree, and LPN applicants a diploma or certificate; Exam: Pass the NCLEX for licensure by examination. RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.
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For U.S.-educated examination applicants: complete a Board-approved nursing program; RN applicants need a nursing diploma, associate degree or bachelor degree, and LPN applicants a diploma or certificate.
Completed a Board approved nursing program. RN applicants should hold a Diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor Degree in Nursing. LPN applicants should hold a Diploma or Certificate.Official source
Pass the NCLEX for licensure by examination.
A passing score on the NCLEX exam (for licensure).Official source
For renewal, meet one option within the past five years: 960 hours of nursing practice, nursing-program graduation with a degree, an Arizona Board-approved refresher course, or an advanced nursing degree.
Applicants for renewal must meet ONE of the following practice requirements: Practiced as a nurse for 960 hours or more in the past 5 years OR Graduated from a nursing program and obtained a degree within the past 5 years OR Completed an Arizona Board approved refresher course in the past 5 years OR Obtained an advanced nursing degree in the past 5 yearsOfficial source
Registered Nurse (RN) & Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Official source
RN/LPN endorsement is available to graduates of approved nursing programs who have taken the NCLEX or state board test pool exam and received a license in another state or territory.
RN/LPN licensure by endorsement means that you have graduated from an approved nursing program, taken the NCLEX or state board test pool exam, and have been granted an RN/LPN license by another state or territory.Official source
Verified Oct 25, 2026 · 3 official sources
Board fees: RN/LPN examination and licensure $300; endorsement $150; background check $50; four-year renewal $160.
RN/LPN Endorsement | $150 RN/LPN Exam and Licensure | $300 Background Check | $50 RN/LPN: Every 4 Years | $160Official source
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Beginning September 11, 2025, a $2.00 or 2.2% (whichever is greater) processing fee will be charged on all credit and debit card transactions. eCheck (ACH) payments will remain free of charge.Official source
Renewal instructions: https://azbn.gov/licenses-and-certifications/renew-your-license
Renew your LicenseOfficial source
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RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.
RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.Official source
4 years
RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.Official source
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RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.
RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.Official source
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Arizona State Board of Nursing
Arizona State Board of Nursing
Arizona State Board of NursingOfficial source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
https://azbn.gov/licenses-and-certifications/renew-your-license
Registered Nurse (RN) & Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
https://azbn.gov/licenses-and-certifications/apply-license
Apply for a LicenseOfficial source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
For U.S.-educated examination applicants: complete a Board-approved nursing program; RN applicants need a nursing diploma, associate degree or bachelor degree, and LPN applicants a diploma or certificate.
For U.S.-educated examination applicants: complete a Board-approved nursing program; RN applicants need a nursing diploma, associate degree or bachelor degree, and LPN applicants a diploma or certificate.
Completed a Board approved nursing program. RN applicants should hold a Diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor Degree in Nursing. LPN applicants should hold a Diploma or Certificate.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Pass the NCLEX for licensure by examination.
Pass the NCLEX for licensure by examination.
A passing score on the NCLEX exam (for licensure).Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
For renewal, meet one option within the past five years: 960 hours of nursing practice, nursing-program graduation with a degree, an Arizona Board-approved refresher course, or an advanced nursing degree.
For renewal, meet one option within the past five years: 960 hours of nursing practice, nursing-program graduation with a degree, an Arizona Board-approved refresher course, or an advanced nursing degree.
Applicants for renewal must meet ONE of the following practice requirements: Practiced as a nurse for 960 hours or more in the past 5 years OR Graduated from a nursing program and obtained a degree within the past 5 years OR Completed an Arizona Board approved refresher course in the past 5 years OR Obtained an advanced nursing degree in the past 5 yearsOfficial source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
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RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.
RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years. Applies to: RN and LPN licenses in their four-year renewal year.
RNs/LPNs are required to renew their licenses by April 1, every 4 years.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
RN/LPN endorsement is available to graduates of approved nursing programs who have taken the NCLEX or state board test pool exam and received a license in another state or territory.
RN/LPN endorsement is available to graduates of approved nursing programs who have taken the NCLEX or state board test pool exam and received a license in another state or territory.
RN/LPN licensure by endorsement means that you have graduated from an approved nursing program, taken the NCLEX or state board test pool exam, and have been granted an RN/LPN license by another state or territory.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Board fees: RN/LPN examination and licensure $300; endorsement $150; background check $50; four-year renewal $160.
Board fees: RN/LPN examination and licensure $300; endorsement $150; background check $50; four-year renewal $160.
RN/LPN Endorsement | $150 RN/LPN Exam and Licensure | $300 Background Check | $50 RN/LPN: Every 4 Years | $160Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Card transactions incur a $2.00 or 2.2% processing fee, whichever is greater, beginning September 11, 2025; eCheck payments have no processing fee.
Card transactions incur a $2.00 or 2.2% processing fee, whichever is greater, beginning September 11, 2025; eCheck payments have no processing fee.
Beginning September 11, 2025, a $2.00 or 2.2% (whichever is greater) processing fee will be charged on all credit and debit card transactions. eCheck (ACH) payments will remain free of charge.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Renewal instructions: https://azbn.gov/licenses-and-certifications/renew-your-license
Renewal instructions: https://azbn.gov/licenses-and-certifications/renew-your-license
Renew your LicenseOfficial source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
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