Registered Nurse in Minnesota Board of Nursing-USA- Internationally Educated Nurses

By Shincy George, Nursing Manthra

✨ Introduction

Are you an internationally educated nurse aspiring to become a licensed RN in Minnesota, USA? Whether you’re from India, the Philippines, the Middle East, or Africa—this comprehensive guide will help you understand the entire RN licensure by examination process in Minnesota.

At NursingManthra, we provide full support—from CGFNS credentialing to NCLEX exam preparation—to help you achieve your U.S. nursing goals smoothly and confidently.

✅ Step 1: Credentials Evaluation (For International Applicants)

Documents required:

Internationally educated nurses must submit a Credentials Evaluation Service (CES) Professional Report from:

🌐 TruMerit (CGFNS)
📞 +1-215-222-8454
📧 [email protected]
🔗 www.trumerit.org

Make sure your report is sent directly to the Minnesota Board of Nursing.

✅ Step 2: Meet English Language Proficiency Requirements

Required unless your education was in English and from exempt countries (like the UK, Australia, Ireland, Canada—excluding Quebec).

Choose one of the following:

🔹 TOEFL iBT: Score of 84, minimum 26 in speaking
➡️ Use Minnesota code 9416 when sending scores

🔹 IELTS Academic: Overall 6.5, with 7.0 in speaking and 6.0 in other bands
➡️ Request your center to send scores directly to the Board

🌐 TOEFL | IELTS

🌍 Countries Exempt from English Testing

If your nursing education was conducted in English in one of these countries, you are exempt from English proficiency exams:

• Australia
• Barbados
• Canada (select institutions only)
• Ireland
• Jamaica
• New Zealand
• South Africa
• Trinidad & Tobago
• United Kingdom
• United States

✅ Step 3: Submit the Licensure by Examination Application

🔹 Submit the application and non-refundable fees:

• Licensure Application Fee: $105
• Criminal Background Check Fee: $32
• Total: $137 (via cashier’s check, money order, or online)

📎 Apply Online or Download Application

🔹 Provide evidence you’ve not engaged in conduct warranting disciplinary action.

🔹 Notify the Board immediately if any personal info (e.g., name or address) changes. Provide legal proof for name changes (e.g., marriage certificate).

✅ Step 4: Criminal Background Check (CBC)

After submitting your application:

• You will receive a fingerprint packet via email from the CBC Program Office.
• Submit fingerprints as soon as possible by following the instructions.
• This CBC is specific to the Minnesota Board and must be done even if you’ve completed other checks elsewhere.

✅ Step 5: Register for the NCLEX-RN

You must register with Pearson VUE to take the NCLEX-RN and pay the test fee.

🖥️ Register online: www.nclex.com
📞 Or call NCLEX Candidate Services: 1-866-496-2539

Once your registration is complete and the Board deems you eligible, you’ll receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) by email. ATT is valid for 90 days.

📌 Important:

• Name on ATT must match your ID exactly.
• You must take the NCLEX within one year of Board application submission or your file will be nullified.

✅ Step 6: Submit Proof of Program Completion

• Submit a completed Confirmation of Program Completion form directly from your nursing school to the Board.
• For Minnesota graduates, a school official may confirm this online.

✅ Step 7: Take the NCLEX-RN Exam

Once you receive your ATT:

• Schedule your exam at a Pearson VUE testing center
• Present a valid ID matching your ATT name
• Exam includes 75–145 questions and takes up to 5 hours

📌 If you fail the NCLEX:

• You’ll receive a Retake Request Packet
• You must reapply within 8 months and retake the exam within one year

Don’t worry about NCLEX exam. Nursing manthra study materials will help you to pass exam at first attempt.

🔁 Additional Requirements

📚 Graduated Over 5 Years Ago?

You must complete a Board-approved RN Review Course after applying.

🎯 Summary of Key Steps for IENs

🤝 Full Licensing Support by NursingManthra

We also assist you with:

• ✅ CGFNS/TruMerit CES Application
• ✅ TOEFL/IELTS Coaching
• ✅ Minnesota RN Application Submission
• ✅ NCLEX Exam Guidance & Registration

📱 Need help?
Contact us via WhatsApp and send the documents listed in this blog.
We’ll guide you step-by-step until you get your Minnesota RN license.

📌 Final Words from Shincy George

Becoming an RN in Minnesota is absolutely possible if you follow the right steps. With NursingManthra, you’re never alone. Let us help you reach your U.S. nursing dream—faster and easier.

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