Updated October 20, 2025

Great news for travel nurses! The list of Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) states continues to grow in 2025, with Pennsylvania officially implementing its membership and many other states taking steps to join. Here's what the NLC map looks like in 2025, and what NLC states might be added in the months to come. 

Did you know that you can work in 38 states with just one license, including major travel nursing destinations like Colorado, Florida, and Texas? Here’s everything you need to know about the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), how it can help your career, and how to apply for a compact state nursing license.