Licensing authority
Wyoming State Board of Nursing
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Wyoming
Does this state recognize my multistate license?
Multistate license recognizedWY
Yes — a qualifying multistate license permits RN/LPN practice here
Wyoming has implemented the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN with an active multistate license from their primary state of residence may practice here without a Wyoming license. The facility and contract still set their own credentialing requirements.
Supporting evidence and conditions
Wyoming has implemented the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN with an active multistate license from their primary state of residence may practice here without a Wyoming license. The facility and contract still set their own credentialing requirements.
NCSBN · nursecompact.com · verified 15 Oct 2026
- Law enacted
- Yes enacted
- In force
- Yes since 19 Jan 2018
- Issuing multistate licenses
- Yes issuing multistate licenses since 19 Jan 2018
Each answer links to the state rule it comes from. Open “Source quotation” for the exact wording.
Licensing authority
Board contacts, official applications and governing rules.
Authority website
Contact
- Phone
- (307) 777-7601
- wsbn.licensing@wyo.gov
- Address
- 130 Hobbs Ave, Suite B, Cheyenne, WY 82002
Source quotation
Contact Us Wyoming State Board of Nursing (307) 777-7601 130 Hobbs Ave, Suite B, Cheyenne, WY 82002 Monday-Friday 7:30 am-4:00 pm MST Administration Department Email: wsbn.admin@wyo.gov Compliance Department Email: wsbn.compliance@wyo.gov Licensing Department Email: wsbn.licensing@wyo.gov
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Governing law
Wyoming Nurse Practice Act; WSBN rules under W.S. §33-21-122.
Source quotation
The WSBN has established rules as the regulatory agency enforcing the Nurse Practice Act of Wyoming (NPA) under §33-21-122.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
License requirements
License types, exams, expiration dates and multistate eligibility.
Licence types
RN
- State title
- RN
LPN
- State title
- LPN
Source quotation
For RN/LPN if your state participates in Nursys utilize Nursys.com verification instead.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Multistate licences issued
Yes
Source quotation
Log in to your Nurse Portal. The multistate license is located under "other applications".
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Working across state lines
Compact membership, license privileges and application requirements.
NLC law enacted
- Status
- Yes
Conditions & source context
NCSBN's NLC implementation table (rev. Aug 2026) lists Wyoming as implemented on Jan. 19, 2018.
NLC law in force
- Status
- Yes
- Effective
- 2018-01-19
Conditions & source context
NCSBN's NLC implementation table (rev. Aug 2026) lists Wyoming as implemented on Jan. 19, 2018.
Issuing multistate licences
- Status
- Yes
- Connected
19 Jan 2018
Conditions & source context
The Commission table establishes the historical implementation date. Current Wyoming Board RN/LPN guidance (https://wsbn.wyo.gov/nurse-compact) and its multistate-application route separately corroborate ongoing operation. The map still prints a Sept. 6, 2023 revision despite later dated entries; this row does not establish legislative approval, a statutory trigger date or individual eligibility.
Conditions for privilege
- Primary state of residence is a compact state
- Eligible for licensure in the primary state of residence
- Current active RN/LPN license is unencumbered
- Board-approved nursing program graduation
- NCLEX-RN/PN passage
- Completed application and FBI fingerprint cards or other biometric data for criminal background check
- Not enrolled in an alternative program to discipline
- No conviction of felony or misdemeanor related to nursing practice
- Valid United States Social Security number
Conditions & source context
These are multistate-license eligibility conditions; they do not require a separate fingerprint application for every assignment using an existing valid privilege.
Source quotation
Your primary state of residence (PSOR) is a compact state You are eligible to be licensed in your PSOR Your current, active RN, LPN (VN) license is unencumbered You have graduated a Board approved nursing program You have passed the NCLEX-RN/-PN You have submitted a completed application and FBI fingerprint cards or other biometric data as required for a criminal background check You are NOT enrolled in ANY alternative program to discipline You have NOT been convicted of a felony offense or misdemeanor offense related to the practice of nursing You have a valid United States social security number
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Home-state residence rule
- Keys off home-state residence
- Yes
- If your home state changes
- Follow the destination state application process when relocating; the timing and complete change-of-residence conditions are not established by this quote.
- Detail
- The Board ties multistate privilege to an active multistate license in the primary state of residence.
Conditions & source context
The quoted passage ties a valid multistate license to primary residence. Moving-state application guidance appears separately on the licensing page.
Source quotation
As such, an RN or LPN (VN in some states) who is actively licensed (multi-state license) in their primary state of residence (PSOR), with no encumbrances , may practice in any other blue state.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Can I take a contract on privilege alone
Yes — a qualifying multistate license permits RN/LPN practice here
Conditions & source context
Wyoming has implemented the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN with an active multistate license from their primary state of residence may practice here without a Wyoming license. The facility and contract still set their own credentialing requirements.
Apply from another state
Eligibility, application fees, background checks and temporary licenses.
Endorsement available
Yes
Source quotation
An Application by ENDORSEMENT (called reciprocity in some states) will be used if you are an ACTIVE-licensed/certified nurse coming TO Wyoming.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
What it is called
Application by endorsement
Source quotation
An Application by ENDORSEMENT (called reciprocity in some states) will be used if you are an ACTIVE-licensed/certified nurse coming TO Wyoming.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Where to apply
Conditions & source context
Official Board licensing entry: select Nurse Portal/Apply. Instructions and the published tracked portal link appear on this page.
Source quotation
In order to apply, you will first need to create an account with Nurse Portal.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
What you must provide
active RN/LPN license in another state
- Detail
- Use endorsement when an active-licensed nurse is coming to Wyoming.
completed online application
- Detail
- Submit the application through the Nurse Portal.
education evidence
- Detail
- Have the school send transcripts directly to WSBN; school email is acceptable.
criminal background check
- Detail
- Submit two fingerprint cards with the application; disclose non-traffic criminal history.
License verification
- Detail
- Use Nursys if the RN/LPN licensing jurisdiction participates; otherwise submit the Board verification forms.
Conditions & source context
Includes the conditional verification route elsewhere on this Board page; Nursys is an alternative to Board forms for participating jurisdictions.
Source quotation
In order to apply, you will first need to create an account with Nurse Portal. If you already have an account, please log in. If you have forgotten your password click 'Forgot Password' NOTE: SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION AND PAYING THE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH IT IS THE FIRST STEP YOU SHOULD DO BEFORE EVERYTHING ELSE Your Nurse Portal is going to be very important! It will be where you go to renew your license every EVEN year (yes, you will have to apply again if you are getting your initial license in an even year). It is also where you will find communications about your license, such as: What is the status of my license? Did I miss anything with my application? I need to submit more documentation for my application. I recently moved/had a name change The Nurse Portal will be our primary means of contacting you about your application via the message center (on the left side of the Nurse Portal). This is also where you will go to request either a wall certificate or wallet card. Keep in mind though, neither one is acceptable documentation for verification of your license. Wyoming does not provide paper licenses. If you need verification of your license you may do so through either the 'Verify a Nurse' or 'Verify a CNA' links below. Verify A Nurse Verify A CNA In order to help you along, we have some printable checklists available to help you keep track of what you need in order to successfully submit your application. An application by EXAM is going to be used if you are getting your initial license -OR- you are NOT ACTIVELY licensed/certified in another state. An Application by ENDORSEMENT (called reciprocity in some states) will be used if you are an ACTIVE-licensed/certified nurse coming TO Wyoming. If you are RE- Certifying/Licensing or Renewing please make sure you are selecting the appropriate application. CNA Checklist RN/LPN Checklist APRN Checklist RN/LPN Foreign-Educated Checklist To provide proof of your education we will need to receive your transcripts from your school DIRECTLY. This means that the school has to send them to our office (e-mail from the school to us is also acceptable wsbn.licensing@wyo.gov ). Please be aware, institutions may have a fee for this. As part of your criminal background check, we will also need two (2) Fingerprint cards with your application. You may either drop them off at our office or mail them to our office. Most local law enforcement agency will be able to assist you with this though some may charge a fee to do so. DCI generally takes 15-30 days to process your background check once W SBN receives the fingerprint cards. Please also know that if you do have marks on your record, please disclose them on your application regardless of status (exclude traffic violations). There are NO automatic disqualifiers in the process.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
How long it takes
- Fastest published
- 45
- Slowest published
- 60
- Basis
- published_by_state
Source quotation
On average, the entire process can take between 45-60 days from when we receive your COMPLETE application.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Temporary licence
- Available
- Yes
- Maximum duration (days)
- 90
- Scope
- RN/LPN only; conditional and revocable
Conditions & source context
Up to 90 days for RN/LPN; the source’s separate CNA term and fee are not applied to RN/LPN.
Source quotation
A one-time temporary permit can be given for up to 90 days (for LPN/RN) and 120 days (for CNA).
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Background check
- Required
- Yes
- State check
- Yes
- Fingerprints
- Yes
- Vendor
- DCI
- From out of state
- Submit two fingerprint cards with the application; no different out-of-state process stated.
Source quotation
As part of your criminal background check, we will also need two (2) Fingerprint cards with your application. You may either drop them off at our office or mail them to our office. Most local law enforcement agency will be able to assist you with this though some may charge a fee to do so.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Nursys verification
- Verification for endorsement
- Yes
- Conditions
- Nursys replaces the Board verification forms when the RN/LPN source jurisdiction participates.
Source quotation
For RN/LPN if your state participates in Nursys utilize Nursys.com verification instead.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Renewal and education
Renewal dates, required education and reinstatement options.
Renewal interval (years)
2
Source quotation
Your Nurse Portal is going to be very important! It will be where you go to renew your license every EVEN year (yes, you will have to apply again if you are getting your initial license in an even year).
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
State-specific requirements
WSBN states continuing education is required for competency when a nurse has not actively worked in the role for an extended time.
Source quotation
Continuing Educations are required as a means for meeting competencies to maintain your license. These are required in instances when you may not have been actively working in your role for an extended time.
wsbn.wyo.gov · State Board of Nursing
Ask the board of nursing
Wyoming's published rules don't answer these. Ask before you apply — wsbn.wyo.gov.
- Licensing portal. Where do I submit a nursing application in Wyoming?
- NCLEX required to get licensed. Do I need NCLEX to get licensed in Wyoming?
- Application fee. What does it cost to get licensed in Wyoming from out of state?
- Renewal competency and CE. Which continuing-education or competency requirements apply in Wyoming?
- If your licence lapses. My Wyoming licence expired — what is the reinstatement process?
Where the sources disagree or go quiet
Worth asking about directly.
What are Wyoming’s NLC enactment and statutory effective dates, and is there any delayed implementation clause?
What does current Wyoming authority require for RN/LPN initial examination and NCLEX passage?
What are current RN/LPN endorsement amounts and any separate temporary-permit amounts?
What general continuing-education hours or alternatives apply to RN/LPN renewals in Wyoming?
What is the current RN/LPN route and fee for reinstatement after lapse?