License guide → Alaska

Alaska Nursing License by Endorsement

For RNs already licensed in another state. From the Alaska Board of Nursing.

Nurse Licensure Compact
No — you need a Alaska license
Temporary license
Yes — Temporary permit valid 6 months, nonrenewable; issued once core application items are received and processed.
Processing time
Not stated by the board
Application fee
$300 ($100 nonrefundable application fee + $200 license fee; $75 fingerprint processing fee extra ($375 total).)
Fingerprints / background check
Required
Good to know
Requires proof of at least 320 hours of nursing employment in the past 5 years (or continuing competency/refresher).
Apply with the Alaska boardTravel nurse jobs in Alaska

Sources: commerce.alaska.gov · nursecompact.com. Compiled November 2026. Fees and rules change; confirm with the board before you apply.