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Oklahoma Pharmacist License

Oklahoma 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

  • Citizenship Affirmation — Required for all applicants to verify lawful presence in the U.S. Download Affidavit
  • Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy to the Board.
  • Internship Hours Verification — Proof of at least 1500 hours of pharmacy practice training.
  • Two Fingerprint Cards — Physical cards required for criminal background check, filled out in black ink. Fingerprint Guide

How to Apply

  1. Register with NABP ▾
    Create an e-Profile with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) and register for the NAPLEX and Oklahoma MPJE exams.
    Register via NABP
  2. Submit Eligibility Fee ▾
    Pay the $100 eligibility fee per exam to NABP to allow the Oklahoma Board to review your credentials.
    Pay NABP Fees
  3. Pay Oklahoma Board Fee ▾
    Pay the $125 initial licensure fee through the Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy Online Store. Keep your receipt as proof of payment.
    Oklahoma Online Store
  4. Complete Fingerprinting ▾
    Obtain two fingerprint cards from a local police station or trained professional. These must be mailed to the Board for an OSBI/FBI background check.
    Fingerprint Instructions
  5. Submit Required Documents ▾
    Submit your official transcripts, 1500 intern hours verification, and Citizenship Affirmation form to the Board.
    Download Forms
  6. Pass Exams ▾
    Once the Board grants eligibility, receive your Authorization to Test (ATT) and schedule your NAPLEX and MPJE exams via Pearson VUE.
  7. Final Application Submission ▾
    After passing the NAPLEX, the Board will mail you the 'Oklahoma Application for Doctor of Pharmacy Certificate'. Complete and return it to receive your license.
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 Licensure Transfer ▾
    Submit the Electronic Licensure Transfer Program (e-LTP) application through your NABP e-Profile.
    Start NABP Transfer
  2. Pay Reciprocity Fee ▾
    Pay the $200 reciprocity fee to the Oklahoma Board via their Online Store.
    Pay Reciprocity Fee
  3. Pass Oklahoma MPJE ▾
    Register for and pass the Oklahoma Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination.
    Register for MPJE
  4. In-Person Interview ▾
    After passing the MPJE, you will be emailed a list of available dates for a mandatory in-person interview with the Board. Virtual interviews are not permitted.
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy

Keeping Your License Active

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

Renew on the board site

Fees

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

Slow Downs

Incomplete Fingerprint Cards ▾
Cards that are folded, smudged, or filled out in the wrong ink color will be rejected by OSBI, delaying the background check by weeks.
Payment Method Errors ▾
The Board no longer accepts cash, checks, or money orders. Sending these will result in the application being returned immediately.
Interview Scheduling ▾
Reciprocity interviews are only held on specific Board meeting dates. Missing a scheduled date can delay licensure until the next quarterly meeting.

Questions

How many CE hours are required for renewal? ▾
Pharmacists must complete 15 hours of ACPE-accredited continuing education annually by the last day of their birth month.
Can I practice before my physical license arrives? ▾
No. You cannot practice pharmacy in Oklahoma until you have received a letter of registration or physical license from the Board.
Is there a grace period for renewals? ▾
Yes, there is a 30-day grace period after the expiration date (birth month) before the license is canceled.
Does Oklahoma require live CE? ▾
While the Board encourages at least 3 hours of live CE, it is currently not a mandatory requirement; all 15 hours can be home study.

Board Info

Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy
Phone(405) 521-3815
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25