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Nurse License: Florida → New York

A step-by-step breakdown of what it takes for a licensed nurse in Florida to become licensed in New York, based on New York's current licensure by endorsement rules.

Licensure by Endorsement
Estimated — pending official source verification
Updated August 7, 2026

The figures on this page are current best estimates and have not yet been individually confirmed against an official New York licensing source. Always verify exact fees, exam requirements, and processing times directly with New York's licensing authority before relying on them.

Portability Score

68/100

Moderate Effort

PermitBridge's own estimate, based on the exam, fee, and processing-time factors below — not an official government rating.

Exam
Not required
Processing
14–45 days
Fee
$400
Extra Hours
None

Step-by-Step Process

  1. 1

    Confirm your Nurse license is active and in good standing in Florida.

  2. 2

    Submit a license verification request from Florida through the appropriate national registry or the state board directly.

  3. 3

    File an application for licensure by endorsement with New York's licensing board.

  4. 4

    Pay the New York application fee (approx. $400) and submit supporting documents.

  5. 5

    Await processing — typically 14-45 days in New York.

Note: New York's nurse licensing requirements are administered per the state's licensing authority. New York does not license general contractors at the state level; licensing is handled by individual cities and counties (e.g., NYC Department of Buildings). Trade licenses (electrical, plumbing) are also frequently local rather than statewide. Always confirm current rules directly with the official board before applying, since requirements change.

Nurse Transfers From Florida to Other States

StatePathwayExam?ScoreLink
CaliforniaLicensure by EndorsementNo68View
OhioNurse Licensure Compact (multistate privilege)No84View
TexasNurse Licensure Compact (multistate privilege)No84View

Frequently Asked Questions About This Transfer

Can I transfer my nurse license from Florida to New York?+

Yes, via licensure by endorsement. No additional trade exam is required in most cases. Processing typically takes 14-45 days.

How much does it cost to transfer a nurse license to New York?+

Budget approximately $400 for the New York application fee alone. Exam fees, if required, and any additional continuing-education hours are typically separate costs charged by third-party providers.

What is the Nurse Licensure Compact?+

The NLC lets a nurse who legally resides in a compact state practice in any other compact state under one multistate license, without applying for a separate license in each state.