can i take nclex even if im not a cgns passer?

**RosesrReder, BSN, MSN, RN** · Feb 3, 2006

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suzanne4, RN · Feb 3, 2006

I took the liberty of moving your post to the International Forum where it is more appropriate.

You need to apply to the BON for licensure by examination, and once approved, then you will be able to register with Pearson-Vue to take the exam. You do not need the CGFNS exam for most states anymore.

But I would add a cautionary note to this, I do not recommend CA for initial licensure for any foreign nurse, you will not be able to get a hard license until you have actually completed the immigration process, way down the line, and if you decide to work in another state, you will not be able to endorse until then. Too many headaches, plus the most important, you will need to wait about one month to find out your results from the exam.

I suggest that you read the stickies at the top of this forum.

msrclim · Feb 4, 2006

I agree completely. There are other states that do not require the CGFNS in order to take the NCLEX and that will also issue a license even without a social security number. I took the NCEX for Arizona and was issued a license within 2 days of passing the NCLEX.