The Illinois IDFPR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License Application is the official form that every person who wants to work as an LPN in Illinois must file with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. It is the gateway document the state uses to confirm your education, your character, and your testing results before it lets you practice nursing for pay anywhere in the state.
The Illinois Board of Nursing reviews thousands of these applications each year, and processing delays are common when filers skip a field or mismatch a name. According to the IDFPR Division of Professional Regulation, nursing license applications make up one of the largest application volumes the agency handles, and a 2024 IDFPR backlog report showed average review times stretching past 8 weeks when documents arrive incomplete. Getting the form right the first time is the difference between starting your job in 4 weeks and waiting 4 months.
- 📝 How to fill out every section of the IDFPR LPN application line by line
- 🪪 Which documents, IDs, and transcripts you must gather before you start
- 🧪 How NCLEX-PN registration with Pearson VUE connects to your IDFPR file
- 👆 How to complete fingerprinting through an IDFPR-approved livescan vendor
- ⚖️ The Illinois statutes and rules that govern your license under the Nurse Practice Act
What the Form Is and Who Must File It
The IDFPR LPN License Application is the state-issued form a person uses to ask Illinois for permission to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The form is filed under the Nurse Practice Act, 225 ILCS 65, and the rules in 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1300. The application reaches the Illinois Board of Nursing, which is the panel that recommends approval or denial to the Secretary of IDFPR.
Three groups of filers use this form. New graduates of an approved Illinois practical nursing program file the Examination version so they can sit for the NCLEX-PN. LPNs already licensed in another U.S. state or territory file the Endorsement version, since Illinois is not a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact and refuses to honor multistate licenses. Internationally educated nurses file the Examination by International Endorsement version, which adds a CGFNS Credentials Evaluation Service (CES) report requirement.
Anyone who provides nursing care for pay in Illinois without an active LPN license commits a Class A misdemeanor on the first offense and a Class 4 felony on later offenses, under 225 ILCS 65/50-75. The penalty is not theoretical, since IDFPR investigators routinely audit nursing homes and home-health agencies. Filing this application is the only legal path to LPN practice in the state.
The current application form on the IDFPR online portal carries a Rev. 01/2026 notation in the bottom left of every page. Confirm that the version you open shows the same revision date before you begin, because earlier paper versions are no longer accepted for first-time examination filers.
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Gather every item on the checklist below before you log in to the portal. The session times out after 20 minutes of inactivity, and any unsaved field empties when it does. Filers who scramble for documents mid-session almost always introduce a typo on a name or date.
- Government-issued photo ID matching the name on your nursing transcript, since IDFPR cross-checks the name against the school’s submission.
- Social Security Number, required by 5 ILCS 100/10-65 and used for child-support and tax-debt screening.
- Official transcript sent directly from your nursing school to IDFPR, because student-handled transcripts are rejected on sight.
- NCLEX-PN registration confirmation from Pearson VUE, since IDFPR will not issue an Authorization to Test (ATT) without it.
- Fingerprint receipt (TCN) from an IDFPR-approved livescan vendor such as IdentoGO or Accurate Biometrics.
- Certification of Licensure from every other state where you have ever held a nursing license, ordered through Nursys, because endorsement filers must show every license is in good standing.
- CGFNS CES Professional Report for internationally educated filers, since IDFPR will not evaluate foreign transcripts directly.
- Court documents for any past arrest, conviction, or discipline, since failure to disclose is itself grounds for denial under 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1300.50.
- Name change documentation (marriage certificate, divorce decree, court order) if any name on a supporting document differs from your current legal name.
- Credit or debit card for the application fee, since IDFPR’s online portal does not accept eChecks for first-time LPN applications.
If a single item is missing, the application sits in a “deficient” queue, and IDFPR mails a deficiency letter that adds 4–6 weeks to your timeline.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
The official LPN application lives on the IDFPR online licensing portal, which replaced the legacy paper-only system in 2023. Open the portal, click Register to create an account, and choose Apply for a New License. Select Nursing as the profession and Practical Nurse as the license type.
Paper applications still exist for a narrow group of filers, mostly internationally educated nurses whose CGFNS reports cannot upload through the portal. Those filers download the LPN Application by Examination (paper) PDF, print it, and mail the completed packet to IDFPR, 320 W. Washington St., 3rd Floor, Springfield, IL 62786. The agency processes paper packets in the order received, and the queue runs roughly 2 weeks behind the online queue.
Endorsement filers always use the online pathway. The portal pulls in license history directly from Nursys e-Notify for participating states, which shaves about 2 weeks off the verification step. Restoration filers, meaning LPNs whose Illinois license has lapsed, log in through the same portal but choose Restore an Expired License.
Save your portal username and password somewhere safe, because IDFPR’s password reset tool sends a one-time code to the email tied to your account, and the code expires after 15 minutes. A locked account adds days to your timeline while you wait for IDFPR support to verify your identity by phone at (888) 473-4858.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out the Illinois IDFPR LPN Application Line by Line
The application has 9 sections in the online portal. Each section saves on its own, so finish a section before you log out. Numbered field references below match the labels printed on the Rev. 01/2026 version of the form.
Section 1, Box 1: Legal Name (First, Middle, Last, Suffix)
The form asks for the name on your government ID, exactly as it appears. Type your first name in the First Name field, your full middle name (not just an initial) in the Middle Name field, your last name in the Last Name field, and a generational suffix only if your ID shows one.
Type the name in mixed case, not all caps, since the portal converts to title case automatically. Maria Elena Lopez writes Maria in First, Elena in Middle, and Lopez in Last, with the Suffix field left blank.
The most common edge case is a hyphenated last name. Filers with names such as Lopez-Garcia must include the hyphen with no spaces, because IDFPR’s system reads Lopez Garcia as a different person from Lopez-Garcia during the SSA cross-match.
A common mistake is using a married name on the application while the nursing transcript still shows a maiden name. The direct consequence is a School Match Hold, which freezes the application until the filer uploads a marriage certificate.
A widespread misconception is that the Middle Name field is optional. It is not, when your government ID shows a middle name, omitting it triggers a name-mismatch flag during the FBI fingerprint check.
Section 1, Box 2: Other Names Used
This field asks for every prior legal name and every alias you have ever used on a nursing document. Enter each prior name on its own line, separated by the Add Another button rather than commas in a single field.
Maria Elena Lopez enters Maria Elena Garcia in this box, because Garcia was her maiden name and appears on her nursing transcript.
The edge case most filers miss is a professional name different from a legal name. If you signed clinical paperwork as Liz Lopez but your legal name is Elizabeth Lopez, you list Liz Lopez here.
Skipping a prior name is a common mistake, and the consequence is a character and fitness review that reads the omission as concealment under 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1300.50(b).
The misconception here is that nicknames do not count. They count whenever they appear on a school, employment, or court document tied to your nursing record.
Section 1, Box 3: Date of Birth
The portal asks for your date of birth in MM/DD/YYYY format with slashes, not dashes. Enter the date exactly as it appears on your government ID.
James Patrick O’Connor, born March 14, 1985, writes 03/14/1985 in this box.
The edge case to watch is a foreign-format date on an international ID. If your passport reads 14/03/1985 in DD/MM/YYYY style, you still type 03/14/1985 in the IDFPR portal because the field validates only U.S. format.
A common mistake is entering today’s date by accident from a calendar prefill, and the consequence is an automatic age-disqualification flag, since IDFPR’s system reads the applicant as under 18.
The misconception is that this field is decorative. It is the second key, after SSN, that IDFPR uses to match you against the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services child-support database.
Section 1, Box 4: Social Security Number
Enter your 9-digit SSN with no dashes. The portal masks the digits as you type, so double-check by clicking the Show eye icon before you advance.
Aisha Bello enters 123456789 without spaces or dashes.
The edge case is an applicant who has an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) instead of an SSN, common among internationally educated nurses on certain visas. Those filers leave the SSN box blank and check the I do not have an SSN affidavit, then upload IRS Form W-7.
The common mistake is transposing two digits, and the consequence is an instant child-support and tax-debt mismatch that pauses the application under 305 ILCS 5/10-17.10.
The misconception is that providing the SSN is optional under privacy law. It is not, because Illinois statute specifically authorizes the collection.
Section 1, Box 5: Mailing Address
Enter the street address where you can reliably receive mail for the next 90 days. The portal accepts a P.O. Box only when paired with a separate physical residence address in Box 6.
James O’Connor enters 204 N. Maple Avenue, Apt. 3B, Oak Park, IL 60302.
The edge case is a filer who is moving mid-application. List the address that will be valid when IDFPR mails the wall license, because the agency does not forward through USPS change-of-address.
A common mistake is using a school address that closes during summer break. The consequence is that your physical wall license bounces back to IDFPR, and you wait 6–8 weeks for re-issue.
The misconception is that an out-of-state address disqualifies you. It does not, since many endorsement filers live across the river in Iowa, Indiana, Kentucky, Wisconsin, or Missouri.
Section 2, Box 6: Education History
This section asks for every nursing program you attended, even if you did not finish. Click Add School and enter the school’s full legal name, city, state, program type (PN, ADN, BSN), start date, and graduation date.
Maria Lopez enters City Colleges of Chicago — Malcolm X College, Chicago, IL, Practical Nursing Certificate, 08/2024 – 05/2026.
The edge case is a transferred student who completed parts of two programs. List both schools, in chronological order, with start and end dates that match each transcript.
A common mistake is listing only the school that issued the diploma. The consequence is a Transcript Mismatch Hold when the secondary transcript arrives unannounced.
The misconception is that a CNA program counts as nursing education for this section. It does not, since CNA training does not qualify under 225 ILCS 65/55-10.
Section 3, Box 7: NCLEX-PN Registration
Examination filers must enter their Pearson VUE candidate ID and the date they registered for the NCLEX-PN. The portal validates the ID against Pearson VUE’s NCLEX system in real time.
Maria Lopez enters her Pearson VUE candidate ID NCLEX-IL-998877 and registration date 04/15/2026.
The edge case is a re-take candidate who registered for NCLEX in another state previously. Enter the most recent Illinois-targeted registration only, since prior out-of-state attempts pull in automatically through the NCSBN candidate file.
The common mistake is registering with Pearson VUE after submitting the IDFPR application. The consequence is no Authorization to Test letter, which means no test seat for at least 3 weeks.
The misconception is that paying the IDFPR fee covers NCLEX. The $200 NCLEX-PN fee is paid separately to Pearson VUE.
Section 3, Box 8: Endorsement License Information
Endorsement filers list every state where they hold or have held a nursing license. Enter the state, license number, license type, issue date, expiration date, and current status (active, lapsed, suspended).
James O’Connor, an Indiana LPN, enters Indiana, License #28223344A, LPN, Issued 06/01/2022, Expires 10/31/2026, Active.
The edge case is a filer with a single-state license in a compact state. Even multistate compact LPN privileges do not transfer to Illinois, because Illinois is not an NLC member.
The common mistake is omitting an inactive license from a state the filer left years ago. The consequence is a discipline-disclosure deficiency, since the Nursys verification will surface that license anyway.
The misconception is that an unencumbered out-of-state license guarantees Illinois licensure. It does not. The Illinois Board still reviews education and criminal history independently.
Section 4, Box 9: Personal History (Character and Fitness)
Section 4 contains 8 yes-or-no questions covering criminal history, professional discipline, malpractice, substance abuse treatment, and physical or mental conditions affecting practice. Answer each one truthfully.
Aisha Bello, who has a 2019 misdemeanor for retail theft, answers Yes to Question 9(a) and uploads the certified disposition, a personal explanation letter, and one character reference letter.
The edge case is a sealed or expunged record. Illinois requires disclosure of expunged convictions on professional license applications under 20 ILCS 2630/12, even if the record is hidden from employers.
A common mistake is answering No because the case was dismissed. The consequence is application denial for false statement under 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1300.50, even if the underlying charge would not have disqualified the applicant.
The misconception is that traffic tickets count. They generally do not, unless the ticket was a DUI, reckless driving, or any offense punishable by jail time.
Section 5, Box 10: Fingerprint Vendor and TCN
Enter the name of the livescan vendor and the Transaction Control Number (TCN) printed on your fingerprint receipt. Vendors must appear on the IDFPR-approved list, such as IdentoGO, Accurate Biometrics, or Fieldprint.
Maria Lopez enters IdentoGO, TCN: ABC1234567890.
The edge case is a filer who lives outside Illinois and cannot reach an in-state livescan site. Out-of-state endorsement filers use the FBI Identity History Summary channel and upload the result as a PDF.
The common mistake is doing fingerprints before creating the IDFPR portal account. The TCN must be linked to your specific application, and prints taken without an active application reference get destroyed after 60 days.
The misconception is that fingerprints from a recent CNA application transfer over. They do not, since each license type triggers a fresh background check.
Section 6, Box 11: Application Fee
The fee is $50 for examination filers and $75 for endorsement filers, set under 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1300.40. Pay through the portal with Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.
James O’Connor pays $75 by credit card and saves the receipt PDF.
The edge case is a returned payment due to a credit-card hold. The portal does not retry, so the application moves to Payment Failed status until the filer logs back in to retry.
The common mistake is paying twice when the first attempt looks frozen. The consequence is a refund delay of 4–6 weeks while IDFPR reverses one of the charges.
The misconception is that the fee is refundable if the application is denied. It is not.
Section 7, Box 12: Affidavit and Signature
The affidavit attests under penalty of perjury, defined at 720 ILCS 5/32-2, that every answer is true. Type your full legal name in the Electronic Signature box and check the I agree box.
Maria Elena Lopez types Maria Elena Lopez in the signature field and dates it 05/28/2026.
The edge case is a filer with a power of attorney. Illinois does not allow agents to sign LPN applications, since the affidavit is personal.
The common mistake is using initials instead of the full name. The consequence is an automatic signature deficiency that bumps the file out of the active queue.
The misconception is that the electronic signature carries less weight than a wet signature. It carries identical legal weight under the Illinois Electronic Commerce Security Act.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
These three scenarios walk three different filers through the entire form. Each table shows what the filer enters in each major section.
Scenario 1: Maria, New Illinois Graduate Filing by Examination
Maria Elena Lopez just graduated from Malcolm X College’s Practical Nursing program and wants to start work at a Chicago skilled nursing facility.
| Form Section | What Maria Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1, Legal Name | Maria Elena Lopez |
| Box 2, Other Names | Maria Elena Garcia (maiden name on transcript) |
| Box 3, Date of Birth | 03/14/2002 |
| Box 4, SSN | XXX-XX-XXXX (entered without dashes) |
| Box 5, Mailing Address | 4520 S. Drexel Blvd, Apt 2, Chicago, IL 60615 |
| Box 6, Education | Malcolm X College, Chicago, IL, PN Certificate, 08/2024–05/2026 |
| Box 7, NCLEX-PN | Pearson VUE ID NCLEX-IL-998877, registered 04/15/2026 |
| Box 9, Personal History | No to all 8 questions |
| Box 10, Fingerprints | IdentoGO, TCN ABC1234567890, taken 05/01/2026 |
| Box 11, Fee | $50, paid by Visa, 05/28/2026 |
| Box 12, Signature | Maria Elena Lopez, 05/28/2026 |
Scenario 2: James, Indiana LPN Filing by Endorsement
James Patrick O’Connor has held an active Indiana LPN license since 2022 and is moving to Oak Park to be closer to family.
| Form Section | What James Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1, Legal Name | James Patrick O’Connor |
| Box 2, Other Names | None |
| Box 3, Date of Birth | 03/14/1985 |
| Box 4, SSN | 9-digit SSN entered without dashes |
| Box 5, Mailing Address | 204 N. Maple Ave Apt 3B, Oak Park, IL 60302 |
| Box 6, Education | Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, IN, PN Diploma, 08/2021–05/2022 |
| Box 8, Endorsement License | Indiana #28223344A, LPN, Active, Issued 06/01/2022 |
| Box 9, Personal History | No to all 8 questions, Nursys verification attached |
| Box 10, Fingerprints | Accurate Biometrics, TCN DEF9988776655, taken 05/10/2026 |
| Box 11, Fee | $75 by MasterCard, 05/28/2026 |
| Box 12, Signature | James Patrick O’Connor, 05/28/2026 |
Scenario 3: Aisha, Internationally Educated Nurse Filing by International Examination
Aisha Bello completed a 3-year nursing program in Lagos, Nigeria in 2018 and now lives in Aurora, Illinois on a green card.
| Form Section | What Aisha Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1, Legal Name | Aisha Adunni Bello |
| Box 2, Other Names | None |
| Box 3, Date of Birth | 07/22/1995 |
| Box 4, SSN | 9-digit SSN entered without dashes |
| Box 5, Mailing Address | 1820 Indian Trail Rd, Aurora, IL 60506 |
| Box 6, Education | University of Lagos School of Nursing, Lagos, Nigeria, RN Diploma, 09/2015–06/2018 |
| Box 7, NCLEX-PN | Pearson VUE ID NCLEX-IL-552233, registered 03/02/2026 |
| CGFNS CES Report | Uploaded, Report #CES7788991, dated 02/15/2026 |
| Box 9, Personal History | Yes to Q9(a), 2019 retail theft, court disposition uploaded |
| Box 10, Fingerprints | IdentoGO, TCN GHI4455667788, taken 04/22/2026 |
| Box 11, Fee | $50 by Discover, 05/28/2026 |
| Box 12, Signature | Aisha Adunni Bello, 05/28/2026 |
How to File the Completed Form
Most filers submit through the IDFPR online portal by clicking Submit Application on the final page. The portal returns a confirmation number that begins with DPR-LPN- followed by 8 digits. Save the confirmation page as a PDF for your records, since IDFPR does not email the confirmation.
| Filing Channel | What to Do |
|---|---|
| Online Portal | Log in at online-dfpr.micropact.com, pay $50 or $75 by credit card, processing 4–6 weeks |
| Mail (paper, international only) | Send to IDFPR, 320 W. Washington St., 3rd Floor, Springfield, IL 62786, pay by certified check, processing 8–10 weeks |
| In Person | Walk-in submissions accepted at the Springfield office, Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., same fees, same processing |
| Fax | Not accepted for LPN applications |
For mailed packets, use USPS Priority Mail with tracking, since IDFPR does not log delivery dates and certified mail with return receipt is the only proof you filed on time. For online filings, the timestamp on the confirmation page is the official filing date for statute-of-limitations purposes.
After payment clears, IDFPR issues an Authorization to Test (ATT) for examination filers within 5 business days. The ATT email comes from Pearson VUE and is valid for 90 days, so book your test seat as soon as it arrives.
What Happens After You File
IDFPR pulls your file into the Under Review queue first, where a license analyst checks every uploaded document. If the analyst spots a missing transcript, missing CGFNS report, or unanswered Box 9 disclosure, the file moves to Deficient status, and a deficiency letter goes out by email and U.S. mail.
Once review is complete, the file moves to the Illinois Board of Nursing only when the personal history section flags discipline, criminal history, or substance abuse. Clean files skip the Board entirely and go straight to license issuance.
After NCLEX-PN passage (for examination filers) or after Nursys verification (for endorsement filers), IDFPR issues the wall license by U.S. mail to the address in Box 5. The pocket card and printable digital license appear in the License Lookup tool within 48 hours of issuance, so employers can verify you before the paper card arrives.
The license expires on January 31 of the next odd-numbered year, so a license issued in June 2026 expires January 31, 2027. Renewal opens 90 days before expiration through the same portal, with a $50 renewal fee and 20 hours of continuing education under 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1300.400.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
- Mismatched names between transcript and application freeze the file at the school-match step.
- Skipping the middle name on Box 1 triggers an FBI fingerprint mismatch.
- Listing only the school that issued the diploma in Box 6 causes a transcript-mismatch hold.
- Answering No to Box 9 about a dismissed case results in denial for false statement.
- Registering with Pearson VUE after IDFPR submission delays the Authorization to Test by weeks.
- Doing fingerprints before opening the IDFPR account invalidates the TCN under the 60-day rule.
- Forgetting Nursys for endorsement filers stalls verification 4–6 weeks past schedule.
- Using a school mailing address that closes for summer bounces the wall license back.
- Paying twice during a frozen-payment screen ties up funds for a 6-week refund cycle.
- Submitting a paper packet when an online channel is available adds 2–4 weeks to processing.
- Omitting a sealed conviction under the mistaken belief sealing hides it from licensing.
- Signing with initials instead of the full legal name flags a signature deficiency.
Do’s and Don’ts
- Do create the IDFPR portal account before you book fingerprints, so the TCN attaches to a live application.
- Do request your official transcript at least 3 weeks before submission, because schools batch transcript orders.
- Do order your Nursys verification on day one, so the report arrives before IDFPR even opens your file.
- Do save the confirmation PDF the second the Submit button returns it, since IDFPR will not resend it.
- Do disclose every prior name, ticket, and license, because IDFPR finds them anyway.
- Do check the License Lookup tool 48 hours after notice of issuance, since the digital license posts before the wall license arrives.
- Don’t type your name in all caps, because the portal converts case automatically and double-conversion mangles diacritics.
- Don’t use a P.O. Box without also providing a residential address, since IDFPR sends investigators to physical addresses.
- Don’t wait to register with Pearson VUE, because the ATT cannot issue without the registration.
- Don’t assume a compact license covers Illinois, because Illinois is not an NLC member.
- Don’t omit a misdemeanor that was expunged, because state law still requires disclosure.
- Don’t pay by eCheck on first-time applications, because the portal rejects them silently.
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help
| Filing on Your Own | Working With a License-Application Service |
|---|---|
| Save $200–$500 in service fees | Pay $200–$500 but reduce error risk |
| Full control over upload timing | Service handles document chasing |
| Direct portal access for status checks | Service translates deficiency letters into plain English |
| No third party seeing your SSN | Reputable services use encrypted intake portals |
| Free help from the IDFPR Call Center at (888) 473-4858 | Some services include attorney review for Box 9 disclosures |
Filing on your own makes sense for clean-record graduates with U.S. transcripts. A licensed Illinois attorney makes sense for filers with criminal history, professional discipline, or international credentials, since the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act gives the Board wide discretion. A non-attorney service makes sense for endorsement filers juggling multiple states’ verifications, since they handle the Nursys logistics.
FAQs
How long does the IDFPR LPN application take to process?
Yes, online applications average 4–6 weeks for clean files, and paper or deficient files run 8–10 weeks per the IDFPR processing-time dashboard.
Is Illinois part of the Nurse Licensure Compact?
No, Illinois is not an NLC member as of May 2026, so a multistate license from another state does not authorize practice in Illinois.
Do I write my maiden name or married name in Box 1?
Yes, write the name on your government-issued photo ID in Box 1, and list the other name in Box 2.
Can I file the LPN application before I graduate?
Yes, you can submit up to 60 days before graduation, but IDFPR will not issue the ATT until your school posts the final transcript.
Do I need to disclose a sealed conviction in Box 9?
Yes, Illinois professional licensing requires disclosure of sealed and expunged convictions under 20 ILCS 2630/12.
What if I don’t have a Social Security Number?
No, lack of an SSN does not bar you, but you must check the affidavit box and upload IRS Form W-7 in lieu of the SSN.
Can I take the NCLEX-PN before IDFPR approves my application?
No, you must receive the Authorization to Test from Pearson VUE first, which IDFPR triggers after the application is approved for testing.
Does the $50 application fee include the NCLEX-PN exam fee?
No, the NCLEX-PN fee of $200 is paid separately to Pearson VUE.
Do I list a CNA certificate in Box 6?
No, only nursing programs that meet the LPN education requirement under 225 ILCS 65/55-10 belong in Box 6.
What happens if I forget to list an old out-of-state license in Box 8?
No, do not skip it, because Nursys will surface it and IDFPR will treat the omission as a false statement.
Can I use fingerprints from my CNA background check?
No, each license type requires a fresh livescan tied to the new application’s TCN.
Does an Illinois LPN license expire automatically?
Yes, every Illinois LPN license expires January 31 of the next odd-numbered year and must be renewed with 20 CE hours.
Can I apply by endorsement if my home-state license is inactive?
Yes, but you must reactivate the home-state license first, since Illinois requires every prior license to be in good standing.
Do I need to upload a passport-style photo?
No, the IDFPR LPN application does not require a photo, unlike many other state nursing applications.
What if my legal name changed after my transcript was issued?
Yes, list the transcript name in Box 2 and upload the marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order showing the change.
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