Utah License Overview
Compact / eNLCYes — Compact
Endorsement Fee$100
Typical Timing30-60 days
NursysYes
Temporary LicenseYes
Board Phone(801) 530-6628
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
✓ Utah is an eNLC compact state. Nurses holding a multistate license from a compact primary state may practice in Utah without a separate license.
Permanent License — Endorsement
- Apply online through the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) portal and pay the $100 fee.
- Request license verification via Nursys. Utah participates in Nursys.
- Submit fingerprints for a background check — Utah uses a DPS-authorized Livescan provider. Out-of-state applicants may submit FBI fingerprint cards.
- Processing typically takes 30–60 days.
Temporary License
- Utah offers a temporary permit valid for 90 days while your endorsement is processed.
- Request the temporary permit with your endorsement application through the DOPL portal.
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 $58. Background check fees are separate.
Fees change. Always verify current amounts at the official Utah Board of Nursing website before applying.
License Renewal
Utah RN licenses renew biennially. Renewal requires no continuing education (verify current requirements). Renewal fee is $58.
Important Notes for Travel Nurses
- Utah is a compact (eNLC) state — nurses with a multistate license from a compact home state may practice without endorsement.
- Salt Lake City and surrounding areas have active travel nursing demand, particularly at Intermountain Healthcare and University of Utah Health.
- The DOPL portal provides real-time license verification.
Last reviewed by TGL MedStaff: September 2026 —
Licensing requirements change. Always verify with the
Utah Board of Nursing.
