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Connecticut
License Portability Summary
Connecticut shares 3 interstate compacts with Maryland: Nurse Licensure Compact, Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, Counseling Compact. Some professions can transfer between these states through compact agreements, while others will require separate state licensing. Recently joined NLC (October 2025); expanding compact participation.
Interstate Compact Memberships
Connecticut is a member of 3 compacts: Nurse Licensure Compact, Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, Counseling Compact. You share 3 of these with Maryland: Nurse Licensure Compact, Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, Counseling Compact.
Nursing — Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Both Maryland and Connecticut are members of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). If you hold a multistate nursing license from Maryland, you can practice in Connecticut without obtaining a separate license.
Teaching License Reciprocity
Teaching license portability from Maryland to Connecticut: NASDTEC member; requires additional testing for some endorsements. Most states participate in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, but specific requirements vary by state and endorsement area.
Professional Engineer (PE) Comity
Connecticut supports PE license comity through NCEES. Licensed Professional Engineers from Maryland can apply for licensure by comity, which is a streamlined process using your NCEES Record. This typically requires verifying your education, exam passage, and experience meet Connecticut's requirements.
Military Spouse License Portability
Expedited processing for military spouses; temporary permit available. Under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), updated December 2024, all states are now required to recognize valid professional licenses from other states for military personnel and their spouses.
Recent Legislative Changes
Joined NLC October 2025; joined Counseling Compact.
Official State Licensing Board
For the most current licensing requirements and compact participation details, visit the official Connecticut licensing page at https://portal.ct.gov/dcp. Requirements and compact memberships may change as new legislation is enacted.
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Interstate compact memberships and universal-recognition laws are updated regularly — always confirm with the destination state's licensing board before relocating or practicing. Coverage varies by profession (nursing, psychology, PT, counseling, engineering, teaching, real estate). Data reflects laws in effect as of early 2026.