New Mexico Pharmacist License
New Mexico 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
- 3x4 Photograph — A recent head-and-shoulders photograph, approximately 3x4 inches, taken within the last 30 days.
- Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy to the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy.
- Fingerprint Background Check — Completed through the state-approved vendor, IdentoGO. IdentoGO NM
- Pharmacist Affidavit — A signed and notarized affidavit required as part of the initial registration process.
How to Apply
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Create a Portal Account ▾Register as a new user on the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (RLD) portal to access the application.
Self Register -
Submit Online Application ▾Complete the 'Pharmacist New Application' and pay the $200 non-refundable application fee via the portal.
Apply Online -
Complete Fingerprinting ▾Register with IdentoGO for a criminal background check. Use the ORI provided by the Board during the application process.
Schedule Fingerprinting -
Register for Exams ▾Register for the NAPLEX and the New Mexico Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE) through the NABP website.
Register for Exams -
Submit Required Documents ▾Upload a 3x4 inch photograph and ensure official transcripts are sent directly from your pharmacy school to the Board.
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Pass Exams and Receive License ▾Once the Board receives passing scores for both NAPLEX and MPJE and verifies all documents, the license will be issued.
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.
Steps
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NABP License Transfer ▾Initiate the license transfer process through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP).
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RLD Portal Registration ▾Register on the New Mexico RLD portal to submit the state-specific reciprocity application.
RLD Portal -
Submit Reciprocity Application ▾Complete the 'Provisional Pharmacist License Application (Reciprocity)' and pay the $200 fee.
Apply for Reciprocity -
Background Check ▾Complete the required criminal history background check via IdentoGO.
IdentoGO NM -
Pass NM MPJE ▾Register for and pass the New Mexico Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination.
MPJE Registration
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
New Mexico Board of Pharmacy
Keeping Your License Active
New Mexico Pharmacist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Renew on the board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $250 |
| Endorsement application | $250 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 150.0 |
Slow Downs
Background Check Processing
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Failure to register with IdentoGO or provide the correct ORI can delay the receipt of background results by several weeks.
Incorrect Photo Format
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Submitting a photo that does not meet the specific 3x4 inch size requirement or is not a clear headshot will result in application rejection.
Transcript Delivery
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Delays often occur when transcripts are not sent directly from the educational institution to the Board.
Verification of Good Standing
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For reciprocity, waiting for other state boards to verify licensure can significantly extend the timeline.
Questions
How many continuing education (CE) hours are required for renewal?
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Pharmacists must complete 30 hours of CE every two years. This must include 10 live hours, 2 hours of pharmacy law, 2 hours of patient safety, and 2 hours in the safe use of opioids.
When does a New Mexico pharmacist license expire?
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Licenses expire biennially on the last day of the pharmacist's birth month.
Can I get a temporary license while my reciprocity application is pending?
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Yes, a 90-day provisional license may be issued to reciprocity applicants who have submitted a complete application and fee while they wait to pass the MPJE.
What is the fee for a new pharmacist license?
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The fee for registration by examination or reciprocity is $200.
Is the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy law update mandatory?
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Yes, pharmacists practicing in New Mexico must attend one Board-provided law update program every renewal period to fulfill the 2-hour law CE requirement.