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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 Minnesota Board of Social Work (Board of Social Work / BOSW) 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 Minnesota
Minnesota has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states.
| Requirement | Iowa (IA) | Minnesota (MN) |
|---|---|---|
| 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: $60; aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical; license fee: Included in application fee; supervision registration fee: Included in application fee; renewal fee: $263.25 (biennial, LICSW); total initial fees: Approximately $353 (application $60 + CBC $33.25 + exam $260); confidence: high; sources: https://mn.gov/boards/social-work/ |
| 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 (biennial; renewal in birth month, two calendar years from license issue); CE hours: 40; Fee: $263.25 (LICSW) |
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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