Can I apply for a Nursing license in Illinois without having a license in the Phil

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Hi, I just want to know if Illinois BON accepts Nursing applicants who doesn't have a license in the Philippines.

Thanks for the reply:) but how come when I called Illinois BON they told me that they require a Philippine license and even ERES where I had my credentials evaluated told me that too? Do you have other sources that I can ask about it? Please help..

Thanks soo much.

If you called the Ill BON and they gave you the answer that you need a local license, why do you think anyone on this board has superior information than the BON who has the ultimate say.

Since you have a SSN, I am assuming you are American or an Immigrant who thought going to the Philippines for Nursing School would be a good way to save money. Unfortunately for you the BON requires a local license. BON can change policies any time. My suggestion would be to look for a state that does not require a local license or retuning to the Philippines to get a license.

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Actually I called the Illinois BON and they said they require a local license from PI. They have a poorly written website like most of states in USA. I am helping a friend do a K1 Visa and they are considering going to Chicago area.

Seems like you have a few options: Take NLE, Apply in another state, Ask BON if they will waive local license. There are 50 states in USA.....

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Thanks Redranger, I appreciate your opinion on this matter.:) It seems that one of those options I may consider but I have to figure it out first. You're right in saying about their website that is why it left me wondering.

thanks again.

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The BON will change their requirements and do so. If the BON says they need local license then be sure to check with them they require it if you endorse. You generally still have to meet foreign trained requirements even when endorsing so check with them

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Hello star14.. I dont hold a local license yet. Im here in Chicago. Let me know what did you do, we have the same case. pm me please so I can give you my email.

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Hi are you still in chicago today?

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Yes I here in Chicago. I'm an immigrant, I have the same cause that I dont hold a license in the Philippines. I went back home to study and after school I came to US. What did you do?

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