You may apply for a temporary license at the same time that you apply for licensure by endorsement or at any time prior to the issuance of a registered nursing (RN) license. A temporary license is valid for a period of six months, allowing an applicant to work pending issuance of an RN license.

Once you pass the driving test, DMV will issue you a temporary DL until you receive your new DL in the mail. The temporary DL is valid for 60 days. You will receive your DL via mail within 3-4 weeks. If you haven't received your new DL after 60 days, call 1-800-777-0133 to check the status.

Can a candidate take the NCLEX without a local license? Yes, as some states in the US do not require a license from the candidate's country of education as long as they meet all other requirements by their preferred Board of Nursing.

California candidates may access their unofficial results two business days after taking the exam, by purchasing Quick Results from Pearson VUE. You can order and pay for these results through your online Pearson VUE account, selecting the option “Quick Results” from the tool bar on the Home Page.