How many states are in the Psychology compact?

39 jurisdictions are members of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) as of the latest data (effective since 2020). New states join frequently — verify on the official commission site.

What if my destination state isn't in the Psychology compact?

VAEIA 2022 / 50 U.S.C. § 4025a requires your destination state to recognize your valid out-of-state Licensed Psychologist license when you relocate due to military orders, even with no compact. The DoD reimburses up to $1,000 per PCS for relicensing fees.

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Licensed Psychologist license portability for military spouses

For licensed psychologists. Allows telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across member jurisdictions.

Data as of May 2026|Source: Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) commission|Based on 39 member states

Published by the Honest MOS Editorial DeskVerified against DoD/.gov sourcesUpdated May 2026Editorial standards

States that accept your license (39)

Tap a state to see the full transfer answer for Licensed Psychologists.

AL · Alabama AZ · Arizona AR · Arkansas CO · Colorado CT · Connecticut DE · Delaware FL · Florida GA · Georgia ID · Idaho IL · Illinois IN · Indiana KS · Kansas KY · Kentucky ME · Maine MD · Maryland MI · Michigan MN · Minnesota MO · Missouri NE · Nebraska NV · Nevada NH · New Hampshire NJ · New Jersey NM · New Mexico NC · North Carolina ND · North Dakota OH · Ohio OK · Oklahoma PA · Pennsylvania RI · Rhode Island SC · South Carolina TN · Tennessee TX · Texas UT · Utah VA · Virginia WA · Washington WV · West Virginia WI · Wisconsin WY · Wyoming

States using the VAEIA backstop (12)

Not in the compact — VAEIA 2022 still requires recognition for spouses.

AK · Alaska CA · California HI · Hawaii IA · Iowa LA · Louisiana MA · Massachusetts MS · Mississippi MT · Montana NY · New York OR · Oregon SD · South Dakota VT · Vermont

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