RN's need 30 CEs to renew their license: 16.12.2.13.L. 2.(i) NMAC

Each NCLEX application form expires after 6 months and a new application and all the supporting documents must be resubmitted.

You need to register with Pearson Vue and pay for the test at the same time you apply for your initial examination application at the NM Board of Nursing.

See Instructions - Step 3: Register for Pearson VUE

US EDUCATED- Once the NM BON has received all supporting documents (transcripts, and fingerprints) and the applicant has registered in Pearson VUE and paid the fee, the appropriate Licensing Clerk will make you eligible. Track your application status... Read More

Use Chrome or Internet Explorer on PC only, Go to https://nmbn.boardsofnursing.org/nmbn . First time logging into the website, click Create Account. You will be prompted to upload your Continuing Education Certificates that were completed within your... Read More

No, a registration code is no longer required but an account must be created in the Nurse Portal.

The processing time is dependent upon how long it takes an applicant to submit the required documentation. Once the file is complete a license is issued within 5 business days. 

Requirements for RN/LPN Initial

Requirement for APRN, select Forms

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No, the applicant has the ability to log into the Nurse Portal and click the “view status” link presented next to the application submitted on their dashboard. Please allow 4 weeks for processing before reaching out to the Board of Nursin... Read More

The board stopped issuing hardcopy licenses January 1, 2009. License information can be verified on the NMBON website under License Verification tab.

Once the NM BON has received all supporting documents the Licensing Clerk will license applicant within 5 business days.

Your license will be renewed within 24-48 hours after submission, if there are no complications or additional information needed to complete the renewal process. Please allow 72 hours for reactivation of a license.

Submit court documentation pertaining to the outcome of the arrest with your application.  The Board of Nursing will review the submitted documentation within 2 weeks.  If additional information is need a message will be sent via the messag... Read More

All felony convictions are reviewed for eligibility for licensure. Thus, in order to not delay the processing time of your application for licensure, it is highly recommended that you provide all court documentation regarding the charge and/or convic... Read More

This is the website that will assist you and explain what is a Compact License:  https://www.ncsbn.org/nurse-licensure-compact.htm

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