District of Columbia
Licensing compacts, fees and where to apply.
Nurses (RN, LPN/VN)
Nurse Licensure Compact
Bill pending.
Physical therapy (PT, PTA)
PT Compact
Issuing privileges.
- Privilege fee for PTs: $309 ($264 state + $45 compact).
- Jurisprudence exam: Must be passed within 30 days after privilege issued (Initial Only).
Occupational therapy (OT, OTA)
OT Compact
Not a member: you need a license from this state.
Speech-language pathology and audiology
ASLP Interstate Compact
Not a member: you need a license from this state.
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Steps, fees and timing from the official board. Free account needed.
Compact status checked Nov 4, 2026. Always confirm with the board before you apply.
- Nurse Licensure Compact: participating jurisdictions map — NCSBN / Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators. Checked Nov 4, 2026.
- PT Compact Process & Requirements: fees and jurisprudence by state — PT Compact Commission. Checked Nov 4, 2026.
- Before You Apply for an OT Compact Privilege (states accepting applications and fees) — Occupational Therapy Compact Commission. Checked Nov 4, 2026.
- ASLP-IC Compact Map — ASLP-IC Commission. Checked Nov 4, 2026.