The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) lets eligible physicians get licensed in 40+ states through a single streamlined application. IMLC licenses typically take 30–60 days and cost $700–$1,000 per state. To qualify, you must hold an unrestricted license in your State of Principal License (SPL). States not in the compact — including California — require a separate application that can take 3–6 months. Most locum agencies cover licensing fees when you accept an assignment in that state.
This guide covers everything you need to get licensed across multiple states as a locum physician — IMLC eligibility, timelines, costs, and strategies to avoid common delays.
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