Wyoming Pharmacist License
Wyoming 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 License Application — The official board application form for licensure by examination or score transfer. Application Form
- Two FD-258 Fingerprint Cards — Standard blue fingerprint cards completed by a law enforcement agency or authorized service.
- Internship Verification — Proof of 1,200 hours of practical experience, typically verified by the school of pharmacy or preceptor.
- NABP Score Transfer Report — Official score report sent directly from NABP if applying via score transfer.
How to Apply
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Complete Internship Hours ▾Ensure you have completed at least 1,200 hours of practical experience as a licensed pharmacy intern.
Internship Info -
Submit Application Packet ▾Download and complete the 'Application Packet for Pharmacist Licensure by Exam/Score Transfer'. New applications must be mailed to the Board office; faxed or emailed copies are not accepted.
Download Application Packet -
Complete Fingerprinting ▾Submit two (2) completed FD-258 fingerprint cards along with your application. Include the $50 background check fee.
Fingerprint Instructions -
Register for NAPLEX and MPJE ▾Register for the NAPLEX and the Wyoming Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE) through the NABP website.
NABP Exam Registration -
Pass Examinations ▾Achieve a passing score of at least 75 on both the NAPLEX and the Wyoming MPJE.
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Wait for Background Check ▾The Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) typically takes 2-8 weeks to process background reports. The Board cannot expedite this process.
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 Preliminary Application ▾Submit a 'Preliminary Application for Transfer of Pharmacist Licensure' to the NABP to begin the license transfer process.
NABP License Transfer -
Submit Wyoming Reciprocity Packet ▾Mail the 'Application Packet for Pharmacist Licensure by Reciprocity/License Transfer' to the Wyoming Board with the $200 fee.
Reciprocity Packet -
Fingerprinting and Background Check ▾Submit two FD-258 fingerprint cards and the $50 processing fee to the Board.
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Pass Wyoming MPJE ▾Register for and pass the Wyoming MPJE with a score of 75 or higher.
MPJE Info -
Verify Active Practice ▾Provide evidence of active pharmacy practice for the year preceding the application or complete a 400-hour internship in Wyoming.
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Wyoming Board of Pharmacy
Keeping Your License Active
Wyoming Pharmacist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Visit 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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The DCI background check can take 2 to 8 weeks and is outside the Board's control.
Incomplete Applications
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The Board returns incomplete applications to the applicant, which restarts the processing timeline.
Fingerprint Rejection
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Smudged or poorly rolled fingerprints are rejected by DCI, requiring the applicant to submit new cards.
Questions
How many CE hours are required for renewal?
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Pharmacists must complete 15 hours of approved CPE annually, including 1.5 hours on the responsible prescribing of controlled substances.
When do Wyoming pharmacist licenses expire?
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Licenses expire annually on December 31st.
Are new licensees exempt from CE?
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Yes, pharmacists are exempt from the CPE requirement for their first license renewal period.
Can I submit my application online?
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No, all new applications for licensure must be mailed to the Board office. Only renewals are processed online.
What is the fee for licensure by reciprocity?
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The fee for licensure by reciprocity is $200, plus a $50 fingerprint processing fee.