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January 5, 2026 · Jo Becerra

Mississippi's and Nevada's applications have been released!

Mississippi and Nevada have released their license applications. Here’s what we’ve learned about the process in both states:

Mississippi

DEADLINE: Current Mississippi GCs must submit their application by 1/31/2026

  • Applications must be submitted online (found here).

  • The application fee is $257.54 (includes a credit card processing fee).

  • License verifications may be uploaded after the application is submitted.

  • Fingerprint-based background check is required ($50 fee).

  • GCs currently practicing in Mississippi must submit their application by January 31st, 2026.

  • Licenses will expire 2 years after they are issued. Proof of current ABGC certification may be used in lieu of CEUs.

Nevada

DEADLINE: Grace period until 7/1/2026

  • Applications (found here) must be notarized and submitted on paper by mail.

  • The total fee (application fee, plus registration fee, plus background check fee) is $775 until 6/30/2026, and $575 from 7/1/26 - 6/30/27.

  • Fees must be paid via money order, cashier’s check, or credit card.

  • An NPDB Self-Query is required (Individual license verifications are not mentioned in the application).

  • A fingerprint-based background check packet will be mailed out by the board after the application has been received.

  • Both a transcript and a education verification form from your grad school are required.

  • Any GC who practices in Nevada prior to January 1, 2026 may continue to do so until July 1st, 2026.

  • Licenses will expire on June 30th of odd-numbered years and will require 2.0 CEUs (20 hrs) to renew

Need help getting these licenses?

Just email us at support@meetelsie.com and let us know. We can take it off your hands.