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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 (IDFPR) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your social worker license from Iowa to Illinois
Illinois offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers. Illinois introduced HB2473 in February 2025 to enact the Social Work Licensure Compact, but has not yet fully enacted it. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other states. Endorsement application fee is $200.
| 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: $200 initial licensing fee (LMSW and LISW); aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical; license fee: Included in application fee; supervision registration fee: Included in application; renewal fee: $144 (biennial, LISW); total initial fees: Approximately $430-$460 ($200 licensing fee + exam fee); confidence: high; sources: https://dial.iowa.gov/licenses/other-professional-licensure/social-work-licensure; https://agentsofchangeprep.com/blog/iowa-social-work-licensure-renewal-dates-and-ce-requirements/ | application fee: $50 (initial licensure); $200 (endorsement from another state); aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical exam (only exam used in Illinois); license fee: Included in application fee; supervision registration fee: Included in application; renewal fee: $60 (biennial; $30 per year); total initial fees: LSW: approximately $50 (application only, no exam); LCSW: approximately $310 (application $50 + Clinical exam $260); confidence: high; sources: https://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/socialworker.html |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years (expires December 31 of even-numbered years); CE hours: 27; Fee: LBSW: $72; LMSW: $120; LISW: $144 | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 30 hours per biennial renewal period (both LSW and LCSW); Fee: $60 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-24. 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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