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What a new state license costs.
And how long the board says it takes.

Pick your states. Each board’s own published fees, renewal fee and cycle, stated processing time and Compact status, with a link to the page we read.

Fees and times as printed on each board’s site for a full, unrestricted MD license by direct application, checked October 17, 2026. Boards change fees, so confirm on the board’s page before you apply. Where a fee is prorated, the published starting amount is shown. Fingerprinting, transcripts, verification services and exam fees charged by others are not included. DO applicants: some states have a separate osteopathic board with its own fees.

Common questions

How much does a medical license cost in another state?
It depends on the state. Each board sets its own application fee, and many add a separate license, issuance or background check fee. This calculator shows the fees each board prints on its own site, checked October 17, 2026, and says where a board publishes none.
How long does a new state medical license take?
Only some boards publish a processing time. Where they do, the calculator quotes the board word for word. The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact can be faster for eligible physicians.

Licensed in several states?

The Compact can be faster: see the IMLC letter of qualification guide. Once you hold the licenses, the Ledger keeps every renewal date and each state’s CME in one record.

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