​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 [email protected].

Questions? Contact Us!​​​