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The Office of Educator Licensure encourages educators from other states or U.S. territories to apply for reciprocal licensure in Nevada. Assembly Bill 77 allows most valid and unexpired licenses to reciprocate without verification of passing licensure examinations. However, some license types require additional documentation. Educators in Nevada cannot be employed without a valid Nevada educator license, as per NRS 391.230 and NRS 391.302.
Out-of-state applicants must submit all necessary materials through the Online Portal for Applications and Licensure (OPAL), including the $180 application fee and supporting documentation. Official transcripts, test scores, a valid out-of-state license, and a Verification of Experience form are required.
Nevada may grant reciprocal licensure to applicants with valid, non-conditional, non-provisional licenses from other states. This allows NDE staff to evaluate licenses and endorsements based on a license-for-license basis. Original transcripts and valid copies of licenses held in other states are required during application, and uploaded into the OPAL system.
Should you require clarification or assistance regarding your out-of-state application, we encourage you to reach out to the Nevada Department of Education. You can connect with them directly at (702)-486-6458 and can email one of their knowledgeable specialists at license@doe.nv.gov.