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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (Division of State EMS) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your emt / paramedic license from Pennsylvania to New York
New York uses an endorsement process for out-of-state EMS providers. NREMT accepted for reciprocity. A maximum of 50% asynchronous learning is allowed for reciprocity applicants. Background review is required.
| Requirement | Pennsylvania (PA) | New York (NY) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | High school diploma or GED (for EMT, minimum age 16; for AEMT/Paramedic, minimum age 18) | High school diploma or GED |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | nremt exam fee: $80; state application fee: $0; renewal fee: $0; total initial emt cost: $104 (NREMT EMT exam fee only; no state application fee); total initial paramedic cost: $104; confidence: high; sources: https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/EMS/Pages/EMS.aspx; https://www.nremt.org/resources/state-ems-offices/PA | nremt exam fee: $80; state application fee: $0; state license fee: $0; renewal fee: ~$25; total initial emt cost: ~$25 (state exam) or $104 (NREMT alternative) + course tuition; total initial paramedic cost: ~$25 (state exam) or $104 (NREMT alternative) + program tuition; confidence: high; sources: https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/certification/; https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/certification/cmerecert.htm |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 3 years; Fee: $0 | Period: 48 months (4 years) for certifications issued after July 1, 2024; Fee: $0 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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