Indiana License Overview
Compact / eNLCYes — Compact
Endorsement Fee$50
Typical Timing30 days
NursysYes
Temporary LicenseYes
Board Phone(317) 234-2043
How Long Does It Take?
Typical timing: 30 days.
TGL Recruiter tip: Processing estimates change with fingerprint delays, missing documents, and application volume. Confirm the current timeline with the Board before promising a start date — and always start early.
Step-by-Step Licensing Process
✓ Indiana is an eNLC compact state. Nurses holding a multistate license from a compact primary state may practice in Indiana without a separate license.
Permanent License — Endorsement
- Apply online through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA) portal and pay the $50 fee.
- Request license verification via Nursys. Indiana participates in Nursys.
- Submit fingerprints for a background check through the Indiana State Police (ISP) — out-of-state applicants may use an authorized FBI fingerprint provider.
- Processing typically takes approximately 30 days.
Temporary License
- Indiana issues a temporary permit valid for 90 days while your endorsement is under review.
- Request the temporary permit on the IPLA portal at the time of your endorsement application.
TGL Recruiter tip: Start the licensing process as early as possible — especially for non-compact states, which can take 8–12 weeks. Your TGL recruiter will track your application status and help you time your assignment start date.
Fees
Endorsement fee is $50. Temporary permit is an additional $25. Biennial renewal is $50. Background check fees are separate.
Fees change. Always verify current amounts at the official Indiana Board of Nursing website before applying.
License Renewal
Indiana RN licenses renew biennially. No continuing education is required (verify current requirements). Renewal fee is $50.
Important Notes for Travel Nurses
- Indiana is a compact (eNLC) state — nurses with a multistate license from a compact home state may practice without endorsement.
- IPLA's online system is well-maintained and provides real-time status updates.
- Indiana's processing is generally on the faster end for non-provisional states.
Last reviewed by TGL MedStaff: September 2026 —
Licensing requirements change. Always verify with the
Indiana Board of Nursing.
