Oregon Pharmacist License
Oregon 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
- Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from your ACPE-accredited pharmacy school to transcripts.pharmacy@bop.oregon.gov.
- Passport Photograph — A current 2x2 inch passport-style color photograph taken within the last 6 months.
- Proof of Identity — A color copy of your signed U.S. Passport OR a copy of your birth certificate AND a color copy of a state-issued photo ID.
- OPMC Pain Management Certificate — Certificate of completion for the 1-hour Oregon Pain Management Commission module. Access Module
- Internship Hour Verification — Proof of at least 1,440 school-based rotational internship hours (usually included in transcripts).
How to Apply
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Pass Required Exams ▾You must pass both the NAPLEX and the Oregon MPJE before submitting an application to the Board. Registration is handled through NABP.
Register for Exams -
Complete Pain Management CE ▾Complete the mandatory one-hour pain management module provided by the Oregon Pain Management Commission (OPMC) before applying.
Complete Pain Module -
Create eGov Account ▾Register for a new personal account on the Oregon Board of Pharmacy eGov portal to begin your application.
Create Account -
Submit Application and Fees ▾Complete the online application and pay the required fees ($350 biennial fee + $50 processing fee + $45 fingerprint fee). Select 'Examination' or 'Score Transfer' as the method.
Submit Application -
Submit Required Documents ▾Upload your passport photo, proof of identity, and OPMC CE certificate to your eGov account. Have your official transcripts sent directly to the Board.
Upload Documents -
Complete Fingerprinting ▾After your application is reviewed, download the fingerprint instructions from your eGov account and schedule an appointment with Fieldprint.
Schedule Fingerprinting
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 Licensure Transfer ▾Initiate the Electronic Licensure Transfer Program (eLTP) through NABP to have your credentials verified and sent to Oregon.
Start NABP Transfer -
Pass Oregon MPJE ▾Reciprocity applicants must pass the Oregon Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination.
MPJE Info -
Submit Oregon Application ▾Apply via the eGov portal selecting 'Reciprocity' as the method. Pay the $350 biennial fee, $100 reciprocity fee, and $45 fingerprint fee.
Apply via Reciprocity -
Verification of Experience ▾Provide evidence of at least 1,440 hours of work experience as a licensed pharmacist or completion of an internship program within the last year.
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Oregon Board of Pharmacy
Keeping Your License Active
Oregon Pharmacist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Oregon 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
Premature Application
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Submitting an application before passing the NAPLEX and MPJE will lead to expiration of the application after 90 days.
Missing Transcripts
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Failure to ensure official transcripts are sent directly to the Board from the educational institution.
Fingerprint Rejection
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Poor quality fingerprints can lead to rejections by the State Police or FBI, requiring a retake and extending processing time.
Incomplete Moral Turpitude Documentation
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Failing to provide detailed written descriptions and court documents for any 'Yes' answers in the moral turpitude section.
Questions
When does my Oregon pharmacist license expire?
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Licenses expire biennially on June 30 of odd years. Renewal notifications are typically sent in April.
How many CE hours are required for renewal?
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30 hours of CPE are required every two years, including 2 hours of Law, 2 hours of Patient Safety, and 2 hours of Cultural Competency.
What is the one-time pain management CE requirement?
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Within 24 months of the first renewal, pharmacists must complete a total of 7 hours of pain management CE (including the 1-hour OPMC module).
Can I apply for a license before I graduate?
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No. You must have graduated and passed both the NAPLEX and MPJE before you are eligible to submit an application to the Oregon Board of Pharmacy.