International Graduate NCLEX application

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Hi. Do graduates of BSN degree in the Philippines have to take the local Philippine board exam in order to be qualified to take the NCLEX for California? I'm currently a permanent resident and haven't applied for US citizenship.

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Silverdragon102, BSN

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No, you don't have to.