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Minnesota Board of Nursing
Processing time
4–8 weeks
Fees
License: $105
Renewal: $85
Compact state
No
Application links
Minnesota application
Upon initial licensure, the license may be valid for 9 to 29 months, depending on how the applicant’s birth date aligns with the date the license is issued. After this initial period, the license transitions to a standard biennial renewal cycle based on the licensee’s birth date.
Yes
Valid for a period of 60 days or until permanent license is issued or denied
RN single state
24 hours of continuing education required within a 2-year licensure period
LPN
12 hours of continuing education required within a 2-year licensure period
Please note that while Fusion Medical Staffing strives to provide the most current and accurate information in our Nursing Licensing Guide, we cannot guarantee the completeness or timeliness of the information provided. Regulations, requirements, and processes can change frequently. Healthcare travelers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult directly with the respective state board's official website to ensure they have the most accurate and up-to-date information. Fusion Medical Staffing is not liable for any outdated information or errors in the guide.
Processing Time
4-8 weeks
From complete application
Application Fee
$105
Renewal: $85 · Temp license available
Compact (Nurse Licensure Compact)
No
Not a Nurse Licensure Compact member state
Renewal
24 hours
Every 2 years
Minnesota is not an NLC member state. Compact license holders cannot practice on their multi-state license in Minnesota—all travelers must obtain a separate Minnesota-issued license (temporary or permanent) through endorsement regardless of compact status in home state.
Minnesota uses a mail/pdf application endorsement process for registered nurses already licensed in another state. You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $105 application fee.
License verification is handled through Nursys or direct board verification. Minnesota requires verification from every state where you hold or have held a registered nurse license, so request verification early to avoid delays.
Background check requirements vary by applicant — confirm the current fingerprinting and screening steps with the Minnesota Board of Nursing. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible, since background check processing is one of the most common sources of delay.
After all components are received, the Board reviews applications on a rolling basis. Check the Minnesota Board of Nursing website for status updates on your application.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Endorsement Application | $105 |
| Renewal | $85 (every 2 years) |
| Fingerprinting | $25-75 (fingerprinting) |
| Nursys verification | $30 |
| Estimated First-Time Cost | $160–$210 |
Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting. Many staffing agencies, including Fusion Medical Staffing, offer licensure reimbursement programs to help offset these expenses.
Minnesota issues temporary nursing licenses valid for 60 days, allowing registered nurses to begin practicing while their permanent endorsement application is being processed. For travelers, this is often the fastest path to starting an assignment.
Eligibility requirements:
Issuance timeline:
Denial risks:
Important for travelers: Temporary license automatically expires after exactly 60 days with no extension mechanism; work must stop if permanent license not issued by day 60. Permanent license denial automatically revokes temporary license immediately. Any criminal charges or disciplinary actions filed during temporary license period can trigger immediate revocation. Failing to disclose known disciplinary history discovered after temporary issuance can result in revocation.
Minnesota registered nurse endorsement applications typically take 4-8 weeks to process. The timeline is subject to moderate variability depending on the completeness of your application and external factors.
In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 3-4 weeks if application is complete, home state verification responds within 1 week, and no background issues exist.
Common sources of delay:
Minnesota does not offer an expedited processing track. The best way to minimize your wait time is to ensure all application components — fingerprints, verification, and any required exams — are completed before or immediately after submitting your application.
Minnesota requires 24 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years for registered nurse license renewal.
Minnesota Board of Nursing
Board Website·Application Portal
Phone: (612) 317-3000 or (888) 234-2690 (toll-free)
Email: [email protected]
Please note that while Fusion Medical Staffing strives to provide the most current and accurate information, we cannot guarantee the completeness or timeliness of the information provided. Requirements and processes can change frequently. Healthcare professionals are strongly encouraged to verify details directly with Minnesota Board of Nursing's official website.
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