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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 Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing — Social Work directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your social worker license from New Mexico to Utah
No formal reciprocity; LCSW endorsement: must have been practicing under current license for at least 4,000 hours (1,000 in direct therapy) to qualify
| Requirement | New Mexico (NM) | Utah (UT) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $125; aswb exam fee: $230/$260; license fee: Included in application fee; supervision registration fee: Not separately specified; renewal fee: $300 (biennial, LISW/LCSW); total initial fees: Approximately $385 (application + exam for LISW/LCSW); confidence: high; sources: https://www.rld.nm.gov/boards-and-commissions/individual-boards-and-commissions/social-work-examiners/; https://www.rld.nm.gov/boards-and-commissions/individual-boards-and-commissions/social-work-examiners/faqs/; https://agentsofchangeprep.com/blog/new-mexico-social-work-licensure-renewal-dates-and-ce-requirements/ | application fee: $120; aswb exam fee: $230/$260; license fee: $80; supervision registration fee: $25; renewal fee: $103 (biennial); total initial fees: $385; confidence: high; sources: https://dopl.utah.gov/social-work/; https://dopl.utah.gov/social-work/apply-for-a-license/licensed-clinical-social-worker/utah-applicants/; https://agentsofchangeprep.com/blog/utah-social-work-licensure-renewal-dates-and-ce-requirements/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: Biennial; all permanent licenses expire on July 1; CE hours: 30; Fee: $300 (biennial, LISW/LCSW) | Period: 2 years (by October 1 of even-numbered years); CE hours: 40; Fee: $103 (biennial) |
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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