To take the NCLEX, you will first need to complete two separate processes:
- Contact your nursing regulatory body (NRB) and request a licensure/registration application.
- You will pay a licensing/ registration fee to the NRB along with the submission of your application materials.
- Licensure/ registration applications must be obtained directly from the NRB in the state/ province/ territory where you are seeking licensure/registration, as requirements vary.
- Register with Pearson VUE (the testing vendor) using one of the following methods:
- Online - Visit Pearson VUE and pay with a credit, debit or prepaid card
- Phone - Call Pearson VUE Candidate Services pay the exam fee by credit, debit, or prepaid card.
You may find additional information regarding the registration process on nclex.com.
Contact information:
- NRB: You can refer to our list of NCSBN member nursing regulatory bodies (NRBs) to find contact information, including a link to the NRB’s website.
- Pearson VUE: You may find contact information for Pearson VUE NCLEX Candidate Services (email, phone, and chat options) at https://home.pearsonvue.com/Clients/NCLEX/Customer-service.aspx.