How to Apostille Your Texas RN License for Use in Australia & Canada
How to Apostille a Texas RN License for Use in Australia and Canada
Nurses seeking international opportunities often need their Texas RN credentials apostilled for recognition abroad.
Australia and Canada are among the most straightforward countries for license verification.
Documents Commonly Required
Texas RN license verification
Nursing school transcripts
Degree certificates
Letters of good standing
Background check documents (if required)
Why Australia & Canada Are Easier
Both are Hague Apostille Convention members
Clear licensing authorities
Standardized verification processes
Apostille usually sufficient without consular legalization
Steps to Apostille a Texas RN License
Obtain official license verification
Notarize supporting documents if required
Submit to the Texas Secretary of State
Receive apostille certification
Forward documents to the nursing authority abroad
Other Countries That Commonly Accept Apostilled RN Credentials
United Kingdom
New Zealand
Ireland
Some EU countries (case-by-case)
Final Tip for Nurses
Licensing boards often have strict submission deadlines. Apostilling documents early prevents delays in credential evaluation.
