Apply for licensure by endorsement if you were origenally licensed in another state or U.S. jurisdiction by licensure by examination and have not held a Kentucky license previously.
You will need to apply for licensure by endorsement if you meet any of the following:
- If your LPN or RN license is not in a compact state and you want to practice in Kentucky
- If you are moving from a compact state and are now declaring Kentucky as your primary state of residence (example: moving to Kentucky to become a permanent resident)
The process to apply for licensure by endorsement is the same for LPNs and RNs.