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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 Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your registered nurse license from Iowa to Illinois
Accepts out-of-state licenses
| Requirement | Iowa (IA) | Illinois (IL) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $143 (includes the $93 application fee and the $50 criminal history background check fee); nclex fee: $200 paid online to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; license fee: Included in the $143 examination fee (no separate license issuance fee listed); renewal fee: $99 every three years, due 30 days prior to the 15th of the licensee's birth month; endorsement fee: $169 (includes the $119 application fee and $50 criminal history background check fee); background check fee: $50 (included within the $143 examination fee and the $169 endorsement fee); total initial fees: $343 ($143 examination/application fee + $200 NCLEX fee paid to NCSBN); confidence: medium; sources: https://dial.iowa.gov/licenses/medical/nursing-professional-midwifery/nursing-licensure/fees-and-fee-waivers | application fee: $50; nclex fee: $200; license fee: Included in application fee; renewal fee: $60; endorsement fee: $50; background check fee: $60; total initial fees: $317; confidence: medium; sources: https://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/nursing.html |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 3 years (license renewals are on a three-year renewal cycle; first renewal may be 24–36 months); CE hours: 36; Fee: $99 every three years | Period: 2 years (May 31 of even-numbered years); CE hours: 20; Fee: $80 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-20. 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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