Nurse License: New York → Florida
A step-by-step breakdown of what it takes for a licensed nurse in New York to become licensed in Florida, based on Florida's current licensure by endorsement rules.
The figures on this page are current best estimates and have not yet been individually confirmed against an official Florida licensing source. Always verify exact fees, exam requirements, and processing times directly with Florida's licensing authority before relying on them.
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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
- $285
- Extra Hours
- None
Step-by-Step Process
- 1
Confirm your Nurse license is active and in good standing in New York.
- 2
Submit a license verification request from New York through the appropriate national registry or the state board directly.
- 3
File an application for licensure by endorsement with Florida's licensing board.
- 4
Pay the Florida application fee (approx. $285) and submit supporting documents.
- 5
Await processing — typically 14-45 days in Florida.
Nurse Transfers From New York to Other States
Frequently Asked Questions About This Transfer
Can I transfer my nurse license from New York to Florida?+
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 Florida?+
Budget approximately $285 for the Florida 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.