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Missouri Pharmacy Technician License

Missouri Board of Pharmacy

Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • 2x2 Passport Photo — A head-and-shoulders photo that will be printed on your official license.
  • Fingerprint Receipt — The receipt from IdentoGO showing your TCN number and proof of payment for the background check.
  • Proof of Legal Working Age — Applicants must be of legal working age in Missouri (typically verified via government ID in the portal).

How to Apply

  1. Register for Fingerprinting ▾
    Register on the Missouri Automated Criminal History Site (MACHS) using the Board's registration number: 0003.
    Register at MACHS
  2. Complete Fingerprinting ▾
    Visit an IdentoGO site to have your fingerprints taken. Keep the receipt as you must upload it with your application.
    Find IdentoGO Location
  3. Create a MOPRO Account ▾
    Register for an account on the Missouri Professional Registration Online (MOPRO) portal to begin your application.
    Create MOPRO Account
  4. Submit Online Application ▾
    Complete the Pharmacy Technician registration application within the MOPRO portal.
    Start Application
  5. Upload Required Documents ▾
    Upload a 2x2 passport-style photo and your fingerprint receipt (TCN) to the portal.
  6. Pay Application Fee ▾
    Pay the non-refundable $40 application fee online via credit or debit card.
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Pharmacy Technicians licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.

Steps

  1. New Application ▾
    Missouri does not offer reciprocity for pharmacy technicians. Out-of-state technicians must apply as new applicants.
    Apply Online
  2. Verification of Licensure ▾
    If you hold a license in another state, you may be required to provide verification of that license during the application process.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Missouri Board of Pharmacy

Keeping Your License Active

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

Renew on the board site

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Expired Fingerprints ▾
Fingerprint receipts must be dated no more than 90 days prior to the application submission date.
Inappropriate Photo ▾
Photos that do not meet the 2x2 passport-style requirements or are of poor quality may be rejected.
Criminal History Review ▾
Applications with reported criminal history require manual Board review, which can extend processing time.

Questions

Is national certification (CPhT) required in Missouri? ▾
No, national certification is not required for basic registration, but it is required for 'qualified pharmacy technicians' to perform tasks like vaccine administration.
Can I work while my application is pending? ▾
Yes, you may begin working once a completed application and fingerprint receipt are submitted to the Board and kept on file at your pharmacy.
What is the annual renewal deadline? ▾
Pharmacy technician registrations must be renewed annually by May 31st.
Are there continuing education (CE) requirements? ▾
The Missouri Board of Pharmacy does not require CE for pharmacy technician registration renewal.

Board Info

Missouri Board of Pharmacy
Phone(573) 751-0091
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25