Below are the average licensing processing timeframes per state. Please note that timeframes for verifications, transcripts, and background checks can affect the processing times and each persons situation may vary slightly.    Please also take note of the following important information:
Verifications:  Most states require verification of all previously held licenses (current and expired). There is normally a form within the application packet to use to request the verification. The form should be copied and one used for each state you have ever been licensed. You will need to check w/ each state board to find out the mailing address and cost for the verification.
Score Transfer:  All states require transfer of your FSBPT scores. A link to the request page may be found HERE. This is an online process where you will make the request and payment online. The scores will automatically be transferred to the board within about 5 business days.
Transcripts:  Some states require original transcripts delivered directly from your school. Please read through the application carefully to see if this applies. If required, the application packet may contain a form to use to send to the school to make the request. Always check w/ the school to see if there is a charge to request transcripts and to confirm what address transcript requests go to. (Note: Boards normally do not accept COPIES of transcripts you may already have).
CEUs:  Some states require the completion of CEUs for licensure. Please read through the application carefully to see if this applies.
| State |
Timeframe |
Application |
Notes |
| Alabama |
Varies |
Alabama PT Form |
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| Alaska |
4-6 weeks |
Alaska PT Form |
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| Arizona |
Varies |
Arizona PT Form |
  |
| Arkansas |
Varies |
Arkansas PT Form |
  |
| California |
6-8 weeks |
California PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |
| Colorado |
5-14 business days |
Colorado PT Form |
  |
| Connecticut |
10-14 business days |
Connecticut PT Form |
  |
| Delaware |
6-8 weeks |
Delaware PT Form |
  |
| District of Columbia |
Varies |
District of Columbia PT Form |
  |
| Florida |
20-30 days |
Florida PT Form |
  |
| Georgia |
25 business days |
Georgia PT Form |
  |
| Hawaii |
Varies |
Hawaii PT Form |
  |
| Idaho |
2-3 business days |
Idaho PT Form |
  |
| Illinois |
2-4 weeks |
Illinois PT Form |
  |
| Indiana |
2-4 weeks |
Indiana PT Form |
  |
| Iowa |
5-10 business days |
Iowa PT Form |
  |
| Kansas |
30-45 business days |
Kansas PT Form |
  |
| Kentucky |
7 business days |
Kentucky PT Form |
Background check required |
| Louisiana |
1-3 weeks |
Louisiana PT Form |
  |
| Maine |
3 weeks |
Maine PT Form |
Background check required |
| Maryland |
2-3 days |
Maryland PT Form |
Background check required |
| Massachusetts |
4 weeks |
Massachusetts PT Form |
Background check required |
| Michigan |
6-8 weeks |
Michigan PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |
| Minnesota |
Issued twice a month |
Minnesota PT Form |
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| Mississippi |
1-3 days |
Mississippi PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |
| Missouri |
3-5 weeks |
Missouri PT Form |
  |
| Montana |
30 days |
Montana PT Form |
  |
| Nebraska |
Varies |
Nebraska PT Form |
  |
| Nevada |
Varies |
Nevada PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |
| New Hampshire |
6-12 weeks |
Call 603.271.8389 to obtain an application |
Background check required |
| New Jersey |
2-3 months |
New Jersey PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |
| New Mexico |
3-5 business days |
New Mexico PT Form |
  |
| New York |
3 weeks |
New York PT Form |
  |
| North Carolina |
5-10 business days |
North Carolina PT Form |
  |
| North Dakota |
1-4 weeks |
North Dakota PT Form |
  |
| Ohio |
4-6 weeks |
Ohio PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |
| Oklahoma |
Varies |
Oklahoma PT Form |
Background check required |
| Oregon |
5-7 business days |
Oregon PT Form |
Background check required |
| Pennsylvania |
Varies |
Pennsylvania PT Form |
  |
| Rhode Island |
Varies |
Rhode Island PT Form |
  |
| South Carolina |
4-6 weeks |
South Carolina PT Form |
  |
| South Dakota |
Varies |
South Dakota PT Form |
Background check required |
| Tennessee |
2-3 business days |
Tennessee PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |
| Texas |
3 business days |
Texas PT Form |
  |
| Utah |
7 business days |
Utah PT Form |
  |
| Vermont |
7 business days |
Vermont PT Form |
  |
| Virginia |
3-5 business days |
Virginia PT Form |
Background check required |
| Washington |
8 weeks |
Washington PT Form |
Background check required |
| West Virginia |
7 business days |
West Virginia PT Form |
  |
| Wisconsin |
Immediately |
Wisconsin PT Form |
  |
| Wyoming |
Varies |
Wyoming PT Form |
Background check required; Fingerprints required |