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Can a Occupational Therapist transfer a license to Missouri as a military spouse?

Data as of May 2026|Source: Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative
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✓ Yes — compact transfer

Yes. Missouri is a member of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact), so a Occupational Therapist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in MO without re-applying. Compact provides clear portability — military spouses with OT licenses should join the compact for maximum flexibility.

Your occupational therapy licensing board in Missouri

Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy (Division of Professional Registration)
www.pr.mo.gov/octherapy.asp
Missouri military-spouse provision

Under RSMo 324.009, the relevant oversight body — which for occupational therapists is the Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy under Chapter 324 — provides expedited licensure by reciprocity for license-holders relocating to Missouri, including military members and military spouses.

Official source ↗

About the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact (OT Compact)

For Occupational Therapists and OT Assistants. Privilege-based practice in member states.

Official compact site ↗

All Occupational Therapy member states

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

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All compacts for MissouriOccupational Therapy 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