New Hampshire Veterinary License Guide

Pay $183.00 to the State Board.

It will cost an additional $48.25 to get licensed in New Hampshire due to:

• Background check: $48.25

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Proof of Graduation:

Ask your AVMA accredited veterinary school to submit your transcript & diploma directly to the [New Hampshire] Board of Veterinary Medicine.

• Foreign Veterinary Graduates: Vets educated outside the US will need to complete the certificate program offered by the ECFVG OR PAVE.

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Exam Requirements:

NAVLE: New vets applying for a license in New Hampshire will need to pass the NAVLE examination and have their results submitted directly to the New Hampshire Board.

Jurisprudence Exam: New Hampshire does not require a jurisprudence exam for licensure at this time.

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Criminal Background Check & Moral Character Requirements:

Submit your fingerprints at [NH State Police].

• Schedule Scan: Here

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Required Documents:

• Submit a 2” x 2” photograph of your face along with your application

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Veterinarians who are already licensed in another state, US territory, or Canadian province are exempt from the NAVLE and recommendation letter requirements if they hold a current license in good standing in another jurisdiction and have practiced at least 1000 hours/year in 3 out of the last 5 years. You must submit verification of licensure from each state or jurisdiction where you have ever been licensed.

AAVSB Vault Service: You can have the AAVSB transfer your NAVLE test results, verification of licensure for any other veterinary licenses, and letters of good standing for a fee of $99.

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It typically takes 120 days after you’ve completed your license application to receive your New Hampshire veterinary license.

Please print the New Hampshire Veterinary License Application and mail with all supporting to:

Office of Professional Licensure & Certification

7 Eagle Square

Concord, NH 03301

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Renewal Fee

Pay $183.00 to the [New Hampshire] Board.

• CE credits are not required for new graduates who applied within 1 year of graduation. The Board may also waive the renewal fee while on active military duty.

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When do I need to renew my license?

Renewal Date: 12/31 every odd or even year.

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How long is a New Hampshire Veterinary License valid for?

New Hampshire veterinary licenses are valid for 2 years.

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24 Hours of CE are required every 2 year renewal period.

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What forms of CE qualify in New Hampshire?

The list of approved CE providers for [New Hampshire can be found here.

• A maximum of 6 hours of CE may be performed remotely or online.

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Continuing Education Verification & Documentation

New Hampshire does not verify your CE annually, but it is recommended you keep a record of your CE for 3 years as the New Hampshire]Board of Veterinary Medicine may randomly audit you.

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You can quickly change your personal info, including last name or address, online by clicking this link.

If you meet the requirements below, you can apply for a Temporary License in New Hampshire, which allows you to practice for 120 days.

Roo Pro Tip: Be sure to confirm your Roo shifts in advance you’ll need to submit your dates of practice as part of the application process!

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Temporary Veterinary License Requirements

To be eligible for a New Hampshire Temp License, you must hold an active license in good standing in another state, US territory, or Washington D.C.

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New Hampshire Temporary Veterinary License Application

Submit these documents with your application:

• Official copy of transcript/diploma OR PAVE/ECFVG certificate
• License verification of any existing veterinary licenses (use AAVSB’s VAULT Service to quickly transfer)
• Temporary license fee of $25.00.

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New Hampshire Board of Veterinary Medicine

Phone: (603) 271-2152

Email: OPLCLicensing11@oplc.nh.gov

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Mailing Address

7 Eagle Square Concord, NH 03301

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