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Can a EMT transfer a license to Colorado as a military spouse?

Data as of May 2026|Source: Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate CompAct (REPLICA) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative
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✓ Yes — compact transfer

Yes. Colorado is a member of the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate CompAct (REPLICA), so a EMT holding a multistate/compact license can practice in CO without re-applying. REPLICA covers cross-state response privileges, not full license portability for routine employment. Spouses moving permanently may need state license + VAEIA portability.

Your state EMS licensing office in Colorado

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Emergency Medical and Trauma Services Branch
cdphe.colorado.gov/emergency-care/emergency-medical-services/ems-providers/ems-provider-certification/ems-provider
Colorado military-spouse provision

Members of the armed forces and their spouses are not required to demonstrate NREMT, CPR, and ACLS certifications for Colorado EMS provider certification provided they hold active EMS licensure in good standing in another state or territory and present military orders.

Official source ↗

About the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate CompAct (REPLICA)

For EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics. Provides "day privilege" recognition between member states for EMS personnel responding to incidents that cross state lines or transferring patients.

Official compact site ↗

All EMS / Paramedic member states

29 jurisdictions. Tap any to check that destination for this profession.

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All compacts for ColoradoEMS / Paramedic portability — all states →License portability checker →MyCAA: $4,000 for relicensing →
Published by the Honest MOS Editorial DeskVerified against DoD/.gov sourcesUpdated May 2026Editorial standards