Physical Therapy · IA
Can a Physical Therapist transfer a license to Iowa as a military spouse?
Data as of May 2026|Source: Physical Therapy Compact (PT Compact) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative
Published by the Honest MOS Editorial DeskVerified against DoD/.gov sourcesUpdated May 2026Editorial standards
✓ Yes — compact transfer
Yes. Iowa is a member of the Physical Therapy Compact (PT Compact), so a Physical Therapist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in IA without re-applying. Compact privilege is purchased per state where you want to practice. Military spouses moving to a non-member state can use VAEIA 2022 portability.
Your physical therapy licensing board in Iowa
Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy
dial.iowa.gov/licenses/health-professions/pt-ot ↗☎ 515-281-0254Iowa military-spouse provision
Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 7 directs the Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy to grant reciprocity and expedited licensure to spouses of active-duty service members.
Official source ↗About the Physical Therapy Compact (PT Compact)
For licensed Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. Compact privilege allows you to practice in any other compact state for as long as your home license is valid.
Official compact site ↗All Physical Therapy member states
34 jurisdictions. Tap any to check that destination for this profession.