Psychology · NM
Can a Licensed Psychologist transfer a license to New Mexico as a military spouse?
Data as of May 2026|Source: Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative
Published by the Honest MOS Editorial DeskVerified against DoD/.gov sourcesUpdated May 2026Editorial standards
✓ Yes — compact transfer
Yes. New Mexico is a member of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), so a Licensed Psychologist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in NM without re-applying. PSYPACT is robust for psychologist spouses — covers both telehealth and temp in-person across nearly 40 states.
Your psychology licensing board in New Mexico
New Mexico Board of Psychologist Examiners (RLD)
www.rld.nm.gov/boards-and-commissions/individual-boards-and-commissions/psychologist-examiners ↗☎ 505-476-4890New Mexico military-spouse provision
New Mexico law (Section 61-1-31.1 NMSA 1978) requires the Board of Psychologist Examiners to expedite licensure for military service members and spouses within 30 days, with licensing fees waived for three years.
Official source ↗About the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT)
For licensed psychologists. Allows telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across member jurisdictions.
Official compact site ↗All Psychology member states
39 jurisdictions. Tap any to check that destination for this profession.