​Application Process and Applicant Responsibilities:​​

• Application Status: Applicants are responsibile for monitoring their application status.
• ​Processing Time: 
• ​The application process can take up to 60 business days due to response times from other organizations, beyond the Board's control. Applicants should contact those organizations directly for updates.
  
• Allow up to 10 business days for received document to be posted to the application.
  

• Licensure Processing:
  

  • Allow up to 10 business days for full licensure once all criteria have been met.
  • Only Licensure by Examination applicants may request a Temporary 90-day license.​
    
• ​Address Changes​: Immediate written notice must be provided to the Board for any changes in home address.
  
• Criminal Background Checks: ​Visit the Criminal Background Check page for more information. 
• Note:  Per §1–228​. A health occupation board may not require as a condition for licensure, certification, or registration that an applicant: (1) Provide proof that the applicant is lawfully present in the United States, as allowed under 8 U.S.C. § 1621; or (2) Have a social security number or individual identification number. 
• Questions? Contact Us!​ Include your Application ID # or Maryland License # when contacting us.
  

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      Additional Links:

Apply for PT Compact Privilege​
Report Changes | Duplicate License Request ​

VAEIA 2022: 

Applicants under the Veterans Auto and Education Improvement Act of 2022 (§4025a. Portability of p​rofessional licenses of servicemembers and their spouses​) will be prioritized per federal law. If you would like to apply under the Veterans Auto and Education Improvement Act of 2022, contact our Licensing Manager for direct assistance at mdh.bphte@maryland.gov.

Questions? Contact Us!​​​