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Radiology Technologist license reciprocity by state

Radiology Technologist reciprocity varies state-by-state — 25 of the 50 states and DC offer paperwork-based pathways, while 6 require either a re-exam or a fresh application from scratch. Each row below links to the state's official licensing board and lists the specific reciprocal states where we have them.

check_circle 6 states recognize assignment_turned_in 19 via endorsement edit_note 3 require exam block 3 not recognized remove_circle_outline 7 no license required

Reciprocity tier legend

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Recognized

Existing license or national cert accepted directly.

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Endorsement

Apply for a new license — paperwork, fees, no re-exam.

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Exam required

Must retake the state exam or complete state-specific training.

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Not recognized

No reciprocity pathway. Satisfy state requirements from scratch.

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No license required

State does not license this profession.

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Unclear

State policy ambiguous or silent. Contact licensing board.

All 50 states + DC

Each row links to the full radiology technologist profile for that state — exam costs, application fees, licensing board contact, and the source language behind the tier classification.

State	Reciprocity tier	Summary	Detail
Alabama	help_outline Unclear	Reciprocity information for medical x-ray use is not specified. Reciprocal states: Not specified for medical x-ray use. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Alaska	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Alaska accepts proof of current licensure from other jurisdictions with equivalent standards. Reciprocal states: Alaska accepts proof of current licensure from other jurisdictions with equivalent standards for full licensure. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Arizona	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Arizona offers universal licensing for out-of-state licensees in good standing, with national certs simplifying application. Reciprocal states: Arizona offers universal licensing (reciprocity) for applicants licensed in another state for at least one year, in the same discipline and practice level, and in good standing. Less documentation may be required for initial licensure if the applicant holds active ARRT, NMTCB, or CBRPA certification. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Arkansas	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Arkansas may grant licensure without examination for out-of-state licensees with equivalent standards. Reciprocal states: Arkansas may grant a license without examination to applicants who are currently licensed by another state with standards not lower than Arkansas and meet all other requirements. Military reciprocity is also available for active duty personnel, veterans, and their spouses. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
California	edit_note Exam required	California lacks direct reciprocity; ARRT certification helps, but additional exams or training may be required. Reciprocal states: California does not have direct reciprocity with other states for Radiologic Technologist licenses. However, having an active ARRT certification is a significant advantage, as the CDPH-RHB generally recognizes it as meeting the educational and examination requirements for licensure. Out-of-state applicants will still need to apply for a California license, provide official transcripts and ARRT verification, and undergo a background check. Depending on previous qualifications, additional examinations or training may be required. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Colorado	remove_circle_outline No license	Colorado does not require a state license for ARRT-certified technologists, so reciprocity is moot. Reciprocal states: Colorado does not have a state license for ARRT-certified technologists, so reciprocity for a state license is not applicable. However, for temporary use of radiation-producing machines in Colorado, written notice and authorization from CDPHE are required. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Connecticut	help_outline Unclear	Connecticut lacks a formal reciprocity agreement; applicants must provide license verification. Reciprocal states: Connecticut does not have a formal reciprocity agreement. Applicants licensed in another state must provide verification of any licenses/certificates ever held. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Delaware	block Not recognized	Delaware does not accept licenses or certificates issued by other states as equivalent. Reciprocal states: Delaware does not accept licenses, registrations, or certificates issued by other states as equivalent. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
District of Columbia	remove_circle_outline No license	DC does not issue its own license; ARRT certification is nationally recognized. Reciprocal states: Not applicable, as DC does not issue its own license. ARRT certification is nationally recognized and facilitates credentialing in other states. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Florida	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Florida offers endorsement for licensees from equivalent jurisdictions or those registered with ARRT/NMTCB. Reciprocal states: Florida offers licensure by endorsement for applicants who hold a current, active license from another jurisdiction with substantially equivalent requirements, or who are registered with the ARRT or NMTCB. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Georgia	remove_circle_outline No license	Georgia does not issue a state license for Radiology Technologists, so reciprocity is not applicable. Reciprocal states: Not applicable as Georgia does not issue a state license for Radiology Technologists. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Hawaii	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Hawaii offers reciprocity if other state's licensure standards are comparable and credential is valid. Reciprocal states: Hawaii offers reciprocity to individuals licensed as a radiographer, radiation therapist, or nuclear medicine technologist by another state, provided the other state's licensure standards are comparable to Hawaii's, as determined by the board. Your credential must be current and valid for at least 30 days at the time of application. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Idaho	help_outline Unclear	Reciprocity is not specified; applicants should review Idaho's regulatory standards. Reciprocal states: Not specified, but applicants are advised to review Idaho's distinct regulatory standards and background check procedures. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Illinois	help_outline Unclear	Illinois offers industrial radiography reciprocity, but medical radiologic technologist details are unclear. Reciprocal states: Illinois offers reciprocity for industrial radiography, but specific details for medical radiologic technologists are not explicitly stated on the IEMA website. Generally, some states require an application form from the receiving state for verification of accreditation. Reciprocity for industrial radiography can be approved for no more than 180 days over a 12-month period. Each submittal must identify the individuals, their SSN, include a copy of the person's ASNT certification or equivalent State certification and payment of $125. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Indiana	help_outline Unclear	Reciprocity information is not provided. Reciprocal states: None Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Iowa	help_outline Unclear	No reciprocity language published; contact the state licensing board directly. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Kansas	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Kansas may waive exam/education for out-of-state licensees with equivalent standards and national certification. Reciprocal states: Kansas may waive examination or education requirements for applicants with a current, valid license from another state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory, provided the standards for licensure are deemed equivalent and the applicant holds a current, valid certificate from ARRT or another recognized national credentialing body based on an examination meeting Kansas standards. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Kentucky	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Kentucky lacks reciprocity agreements, but national certification (ARRT/NMTCB) and good standing may lead to licensure. Reciprocal states: Kentucky does not have reciprocity agreements with other states. However, applicants licensed in another jurisdiction or certified by a national organization recognized by the board (ARRT or NMTCB) and in good standing may be eligible for licensure if they meet other requirements, including having passed the national examination and maintained current active status of certification and registration. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Louisiana	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Louisiana offers reciprocity if other state's examination standards are at least as stringent. Reciprocal states: Louisiana offers reciprocity to radiologic technologists licensed in other states, provided their examination standards are at least as stringent as Louisiana's. An application and fee equivalent to the initial licensing fee are required. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Maine	check_circle Recognized	Maine accepts national ARRT/NMTCB certifications for full licensure, despite no state reciprocity list. Reciprocal states: Maine does not have a list of reciprocal states. Individuals with current national certifications (ARRT or NMTCB) are eligible to apply for full licensure. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Maryland	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Maryland offers reciprocity for active, unrestricted licenses from Virginia or the District of Columbia. Reciprocal states: Maryland offers reciprocity for applicants who hold an active, unrestricted license in Virginia or the District of Columbia. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Massachusetts	help_outline Unclear	Massachusetts may accept international certifications, but state license reciprocity details are unclear. Reciprocal states: Massachusetts may accept certifying examinations from some international organizations, such as the Canadian Association of Medical Radiologic Technologists and the British College of Radiographers. Reciprocity for state licenses is not explicitly detailed, but the key is that the credential must be equivalent. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Michigan	help_outline Unclear	Reciprocity is not specified, though ARRT certification is a national standard. Reciprocal states: Not specified, but ARRT certification is a national standard. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Minnesota	remove_circle_outline No license	Minnesota does not require a state license for Radiology Technologists, making reciprocity inapplicable. Reciprocal states: Minnesota does not have a state license for Radiology Technologists, so reciprocity for a state license is not applicable. However, individuals holding a radioactive materials specific license from the NRC or an agreement state can apply for reciprocity to perform licensed activities in Minnesota for up to 180 days in a calendar year. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Mississippi	check_circle Recognized	Mississippi requires ARRT certification for all applicants, including those licensed elsewhere, without specific agreements. Reciprocal states: Mississippi does not have specific reciprocity agreements listed, but requires ARRT certification for all applicants, including those licensed in other states. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Missouri	remove_circle_outline No license	Missouri does not require state licensure for Radiology Technologists, so reciprocity is not applicable. Reciprocal states: Missouri does not have state licensure, so reciprocity is not applicable. However, ARRT certification is nationally recognized. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Montana	help_outline Unclear	Montana's SARA participation aids education, but specific reciprocity for existing licenses is unclear. Reciprocal states: Montana participates in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA), and completion of a Radiologic Technology program in Montana meets educational requirements for licensure in several other states, including Alaska, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. However, specific reciprocity for existing licenses is not explicitly detailed and may require individual verification with the board. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Nebraska	check_circle Recognized	Nebraska grants reciprocal recognition for valid certifications from entities with comparable standards. Reciprocal states: Nebraska grants reciprocal recognition to individuals holding a valid certification in the appropriate category from a certifying entity with comparable certification standards, provided no escalated enforcement action is pending with the NRC or any other state. The applicant must present the certification to the Department prior to entry into the state. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Nevada	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Nevada may issue licenses by endorsement, recognizing existing credentials from other states. Reciprocal states: Nevada may issue a license by endorsement to applicants licensed in other states, recognizing their existing credentials upon application review. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
New Hampshire	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	New Hampshire offers reciprocity for active licenses from jurisdictions with substantially similar requirements. Reciprocal states: New Hampshire offers reciprocity for professionals with an active license in good standing from another jurisdiction, provided that the jurisdiction's licensing requirements are substantially similar to New Hampshire's. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
New Jersey	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	New Jersey may accept out-of-state licenses if the issuing state's standards are equivalent. Reciprocal states: New Jersey may accept a valid active certificate or license as a radiologic technologist issued by another state, provided the Board determines that the other state's standards are equivalent to those established by New Jersey. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
New Mexico	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	New Mexico offers reciprocity for out-of-state certified technologists meeting stringent qualifications and employment history. Reciprocal states: New Mexico offers reciprocity for radiologic technologists certified in other states, provided their qualifications are at least as stringent as New Mexico's and they have been actively employed for a specified period. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
New York	block Not recognized	New York State does not have reciprocity; applicants must obtain ARRT certification if not already using it. Reciprocal states: None. New York State does not have reciprocity with other states. Applicants licensed by a state that does not use the ARRT examination must first obtain ARRT certification before applying to New York State. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
North Carolina	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Reciprocity will be available for individuals holding current certifications recognized by the new Board. Reciprocal states: Reciprocity will be available for individuals who hold current certification recognized by the newly created Board. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
North Dakota	help_outline Unclear	North Dakota participates in compacts, but reciprocity varies by state and requires individual verification. Reciprocal states: North Dakota participates in interstate licensing compacts, but reciprocity varies by state. Always verify with the destination state's licensing board. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Ohio	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Ohio offers reciprocity for licenses from other states with equivalent or higher standards. Reciprocal states: Ohio offers reciprocity for licenses from other states with equivalent or higher standards. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Oklahoma	remove_circle_outline No license	Oklahoma does not have state licensure for Radiology Technologists, so reciprocity is not applicable. Reciprocal states: Not applicable, as Oklahoma does not have state licensure for Radiology Technologists. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Oregon	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Oregon does not have automatic reciprocity, but ARRT certified applicants can apply for initial licensure. Reciprocal states: Oregon does not have automatic reciprocity. Applicants with ARRT certification and an active license in another state can apply for a permanent initial license, but must still meet all Oregon requirements, including a background check. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Pennsylvania	remove_circle_outline No license	Pennsylvania does not issue a state license for Radiology Technologists, so reciprocity is not applicable. Reciprocal states: Not applicable as Pennsylvania does not issue a state license for Radiology Technologists. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Rhode Island	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Rhode Island offers licensure by endorsement for out-of-state licenses with equivalent standards and good standing. Reciprocal states: Rhode Island offers licensure by endorsement for applicants who hold a current license in another state with standards at least equal to Rhode Island's, as determined by the board. Proof of good standing from the other state's board is required. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
South Carolina	check_circle Recognized	South Carolina recognizes national certifications (ARRT, NMTCB, etc.) for initial certification without examination. Reciprocal states: South Carolina recognizes ARRT certification for initial certification without examination. Individuals certified by ARRT, NMTCB, ISCD, PET, CT, or RCIS are deemed to have met the qualifications for SCRQSA certification upon application. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
South Dakota	check_circle Recognized	South Dakota recognizes licensure from other states for operating X-radiation producing equipment. Reciprocal states: South Dakota recognizes licensure from other states for operating X-radiation producing equipment. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Tennessee	help_outline Unclear	Reciprocity is not specified, but clearance from other state X-Ray Boards is required. Reciprocal states: Not specified, but requires clearance from other state X-Ray Certification Boards if licensed elsewhere. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Texas	help_outline Unclear	No reciprocity language published; contact the state licensing board directly. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Utah	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Utah offers licensure by endorsement for out-of-state licensees meeting qualifications and holding ARRT/NMTCB certification. Reciprocal states: Utah offers licensure by endorsement for those currently licensed in another U.S. state, territory, or district, provided they meet Utah's qualifications and hold ARRT or NMTCB certification. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Vermont	block Not recognized	Vermont does not have reciprocity, and its fast-track endorsement option is unavailable for Radiologic Technology. Reciprocal states: Vermont does not have reciprocity, but a Fast-Track Endorsement option may be available for those licensed in another state for at least 3 years, though it is currently NOT available for Radiologic Technology. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Virginia	edit_note Exam required	Virginia does not have reciprocity; applicants must meet Virginia's education and examination requirements. Reciprocal states: Virginia does not have reciprocity. Applicants licensed in another state must meet Virginia's education and examination requirements. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Washington	help_outline Unclear	Washington requires verification of out-of-state licenses, but specific reciprocity details are unclear. Reciprocal states: Washington State Department of Health requires verification of any licenses held in other states, submitted directly from that licensing entity. The DOH does not complete forms from other states, but provides its own. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
West Virginia	edit_note Exam required	West Virginia does not honor out-of-state licenses; applicants must meet state requirements individually. Reciprocal states: West Virginia may consider reciprocity with other states on an individual basis, but does not honor licenses from other states in lieu of a West Virginia license. Applicants must submit proof of residency in West Virginia and verification of good standing from each state where they have ever held a license in medical imaging and/or radiation therapy. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Wisconsin	assignment_turned_in Endorsement	Wisconsin offers licensure by endorsement for out-of-state licensees with active ARRT certification and for military personnel. Reciprocal states: Wisconsin offers licensure by endorsement for individuals holding a radiographer license in another state or U.S. territory, provided they meet specific requirements including active ARRT certification. Reciprocal licenses are also granted to service members, former service members, or their spouses who meet the requirements under s. 440.09 (2), Stats. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward
Wyoming	check_circle Recognized	Wyoming accepts national ARRT, NMTCB, or CBRPA certifications for a general license. Reciprocal states: Wyoming does not have specific reciprocity agreements with other states. However, applicants who hold a current ARRT, NMTCB, or CBRPA certification are eligible for a general license upon submission of a complete application and fee. Official state board arrow_outward	Full page arrow_outward

verified_user How this was compiled · Last updated 2026-07-21

Reciprocity tiers and summaries are compiled from each state's licensing board and department of professional regulation — linked per row above — and reviewed against public board guidance. Licensing rules change frequently and often depend on your license class (for example journeyman vs. master) and the specific states involved. Always confirm current requirements directly with the destination state's board before making a career or relocation decision. This page is informational and is not legal or licensing advice.

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