Canadian wanting to write the NCLEX

I personally would say it would depend on which state you plan on working as each one will have different requirements on Internationally trained nurses and even when endorsing you generally still have to meet their requirements which will result in more money. If you are not planning on working yet in the US I would say apply to the state you do plan on working in and met their requirements.

If you don't mind endorsing later look at less popular states, like the dakotas, montana etc, once you meet requirements the processing there should be quicker, but I think I would look for one who requires CES , just because that is good for most states, so endorsing is easier later.

5cats

Forget Montana, you will need a SSN for that one, you could try North Dakota, they want a background check though, but otherwise it looks ok (it's a compact state)

5cats

The point is there is no "easiest" state - if you get a license from say, Vermont, but then decide to work in California later, you still need to then fulfil CA's requirements for foreign-trained nurses.

Just make sure that you choose a state that does not require a SSN before license is issued.

Try Minnesota . Go the minnesota board of nursing and they should have a link "license by Exam" and see what the requirements are.....I don't think you need even a SSN to write the nclex....but you should double check.....Or there in MIchigan.....look thru the web sites . From what I understand from your posting is that you just want to sit for the NCLEx but don't necessarily want to work in the U.S. right away....? Just note that some of the states require other proof of english education also known as CGFNS this is where they certifiy that your classes are in accordance with the states standards..it usually cost a few 100 dollars and it can take months to get the results and some states want this done prior to giving you a license....but it is something to think about, that you may eventually need this document. Just make sure and double check my info....as I am not perfect...ha ha ha ha
Good luck with everything...