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Maryland Pharmacist License

Maryland Board of Pharmacy

Total Fee
$250
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Pharmacist Initial Application — The primary application form for licensure by examination.
  • Pharmacy School Affidavit (Attachment 1) — Verification of graduation from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy, including the school seal.
  • Pharmacy Experience Affidavit (Attachment 2) — Proof of completing 1,560 hours of pharmacy experience (or 1,000 hours of college-supervised rotations).
  • Proof of Age — A copy of a government-issued ID such as a birth certificate, driver's license, or passport.
  • FPGEC Certificate — Required only for graduates of foreign pharmacy schools.

How to Apply

  1. Submit Initial Application ▾
    Download and complete the 'Pharmacist Initial Application' for U.S. or Foreign Graduates. Mail the paper application with the $150 fee to the Board's Lock Box address.
    Download Initial Application
  2. Complete Criminal Background Check ▾
    Obtain a state and federal criminal history records check through the Maryland Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS). Use Authorization Number 0600062013.
  3. Register for Exams with NABP ▾
    Create an e-Profile with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) and register for the NAPLEX and MPJE exams.
    Register for Exams
  4. Receive Authorization to Test (ATT) ▾
    Once the Board verifies your eligibility, NABP will issue an ATT via email. Use this to schedule your exam dates through Pearson VUE.
  5. Pass Required Examinations ▾
    Successfully pass both the NAPLEX and the Maryland MPJE with a score of 75 or higher. Scores are valid for one year.
  6. Final Licensure ▾
    After passing exams and meeting all requirements, the Board will issue your license. You can verify your status online before the physical card arrives.
Total Fee
$250
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Pharmacists licensed in another state can often apply via license transfer (reciprocity) through the NABP, though most states still require passing their specific MPJE.
Apply to transfer

Steps

  1. NABP License Transfer ▾
    Submit a Preliminary Application for License Transfer through the NABP website.
    Start NABP Transfer
  2. Submit Maryland Reciprocity Application ▾
    Complete the 'Pharmacist Reciprocity Application' and mail it to the Board with a $300 fee and a copy of the NABP transfer application.
    Download Reciprocity Form
  3. Background Check ▾
    Complete the CJIS fingerprinting process as required for all new Maryland applicants.
  4. Pass Maryland MPJE ▾
    Register for and pass the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE) specific to Maryland law.
    MPJE Registration
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Maryland Board of Pharmacy

Keeping Your License Active

Maryland Pharmacist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Maryland Board of Pharmacy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$250
Endorsement application$250
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal150.0

Slow Downs

Outdated Application Forms ▾
The Board strictly rejects outdated versions of application forms. Always download the most recent PDF from the official website before mailing.
Incomplete Background Checks ▾
Maryland only accepts background checks from the CJIS Central Repository. Using third-party vendors not authorized by CJIS will cause significant delays.
Missing School Seals ▾
Affidavits from pharmacy schools must include the official school seal; photocopies without a visible seal are often rejected.
Unpaid NABP Fees ▾
The Board cannot release your Authorization to Test (ATT) until you have paid the separate exam fees directly to NABP.

Questions

What are the Continuing Education (CE) requirements for renewal? ▾
Pharmacists must complete 30 hours of approved CE every two years. This must include 1 hour on medication errors and at least 2 hours of live instruction. If certified to vaccinate, 4 hours must be related to vaccinations.
Is implicit bias training required? ▾
Yes, all healthcare practitioners must complete a one-time approved implicit bias training program for their first renewal after April 1, 2022.
When does my Maryland pharmacist license expire? ▾
Licenses expire biennially on the last day of the pharmacist's birth month.
How many internship hours are required for licensure? ▾
Applicants must complete 1,560 hours of pharmacy experience, which can be satisfied by 1,000 hours of college-supervised experiential rotations.
Can I pay my initial application fee online? ▾
No, initial and reciprocity applications must be mailed with a check or money order. Online payments are generally reserved for renewals.

Board Info

Maryland Board of Pharmacy
Phone(410) 764-4755
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25