Maryland License Overview
Compact / eNLCYes — Compact
Endorsement Fee$100
Typical Timing30-60 days
NursysYes
Temporary LicenseYes
Board Phone(410) 585-1900
How Long Does It Take?
Typical timing: 30-60 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
✓ Maryland is an eNLC compact state. Nurses holding a multistate license from a compact primary state may practice in Maryland without a separate license.
Permanent License — Endorsement
- Apply online through the Maryland Board of Nursing online portal and pay the $100 fee.
- Request license verification via Nursys. Maryland participates in Nursys.
- Submit fingerprints for a background check — Maryland uses an approved Livescan vendor for in-state applicants. Out-of-state applicants may submit FBI hard-card fingerprints.
- Processing typically takes 30–60 days.
Temporary License
- Maryland offers a temporary permit valid for 90 days.
- Request the temporary permit alongside 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 $100. Temporary permit is included. Biennial renewal is $73. Background check fees are separate.
Fees change. Always verify current amounts at the official Maryland Board of Nursing website before applying.
License Renewal
Maryland RN licenses renew biennially. Renewal requires no continuing education (verify current requirements). Renewal fee is $73.
Important Notes for Travel Nurses
- Maryland is a compact (eNLC) state — nurses with a multistate license from a compact home state may practice without endorsement.
- Maryland has a strong healthcare corridor — process early if targeting Baltimore/DC-metro facilities.
- The Board's online lookup is real-time; verify your license is visible before your first shift.
Last reviewed by TGL MedStaff: September 2026 —
Licensing requirements change. Always verify with the
Maryland Board of Nursing.
