Interstate Professional Licensing Compacts
Interstate compacts allow licensed professionals to practice in member states without obtaining a separate license in each state. Here are the major active compacts.
Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Registered Nurse
Allows nurses to practice in any member state without obtaining additional licenses. The largest interstate compact for professional licensing.
Official website →Physical Therapy Compact
Physical Therapist
Enables physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to practice in compact member states.
Official website →Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT)
Psychologist
Allows psychologists to practice telepsychology and conduct temporary in-person practice across state lines.
Official website →EMS Compact (REPLICA)
Emergency Medical Technician
Facilitates cross-state practice for EMS personnel including paramedics and EMTs.
Official website →Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)
Physician
Provides an expedited pathway for physicians to obtain licenses in multiple states.
Official website →Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Compact (ASLP-IC)
Audiologist / SLP
Allows audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice across member states.
Official website →Counseling Compact
Licensed Professional Counselor
Enables licensed professional counselors to practice in member states.
Official website →Occupational Therapy Compact
Occupational Therapist
Facilitates cross-state practice for occupational therapists and OTAs.
Official website →What is an interstate compact?
An interstate compact is a formal agreement between states that allows licensed professionals to practice across state lines without obtaining a new license in each state. This is particularly valuable for healthcare professionals, military spouses, and anyone relocating between states. Each compact has its own requirements and participating states.