License Requirements

Medical School Verification

USMLE, FLEX, or NBME Exam Scores

Documentation of internship, residency, and/or fellowship completion.

Current Employment & Hospital Privileges

Disclosure and verification of any licenses held in other states.

ECFMG Certification (if applicable)

NPDB Report

Three Physician References approximately 2–3 months, depending on the completeness and accuracy of submitted documentation.

Training Requirements

Delaware accepts FCVS

6 attempt limit to pass USMLE Step 3

1 year; 3 years IMG Minimum Postgraduate Training Required

7 years to complete USMLE

How to Get a Delaware Medical License

Applying for a Delaware medical license is completed entirely online through DELPROS, the state’s professional licensing portal. Below is a clear, step-by-step overview of the process to help physicians navigate the system efficiently.

1. Create or Access Your DELPROS Account

Begin by registering or logging into your DELPROS account. Once you start an application, you have six months to complete and submit it before it expires.

2. Complete the Online Application

Select the “Apply/Manage a License” option

and carefully complete all required sections. Accuracy is critical to avoid processing delays.

3. Upload Supporting Documents

Attach required documentation directly within the portal. Transcripts, training verifications, or employment confirmations may need to be sent directly from institutions or prior employers.

4. Professional Verification Requirements

Applicants must provide service Letters from healthcare facilities where privileges or direct patient care occurred within the past three years. Letters of Reference (if applicable), particularly for telemedicine practice or self-employment history.

A self-query report from the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB).

Detailed explanations for any “yes” responses to disclosure questions, typically submitted through a Physician Self-Report form.

5. Criminal Background Check

A State of Delaware and FBI Criminal Background Check and a signed Child Protection Registry Consent Form is mandatory before licensure approval.

6. Credential Verification Options

If using Federation Credentials Verification Service (FCVS), ensure your Physician Information Profile is sent directly to the Delaware Board.

Non-FCVS applicants must submit primary source documentation, including medical school diploma, education verification, postgraduate training confirmation, and certified translations (if applicable).

7. Controlled Substance Registration (CSR)

Applying for a Controlled Substances Registration (CSR), submit a separate application.

After your Delaware medical license is issued and CSR is approved, you must apply for federal registration with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

Application Process

Healthcare professionals seeking licensure in Delaware must complete the application through the state’s official online licensing portal, DELPROS. This system allows applicants to upload required documentation, track application status, and submit applicable fees.

Delaware Medical License (Physicians)

Submit your application online through DELPROS.

Upload all required supporting documents.

Pay the non-refundable application fee of $443.

This process applies to physicians seeking full medical licensure in Delaware.

Delaware Physician Assistant (PA) License

In addition to the standard online application,

Physician Assistants must provide:

A completed Supervising Physician Form.

A signed Practice Agreement outlining the supervisory relationship.

These documents are required to confirm compliance with Delaware scope-of-practice regulations.

Delaware Nursing License (RN & LPN)

Applicants for a Delaware Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license must:

Submit a Nursing Employer Reference Form.

Provide a Nursing School Reference Form.

Pay the required $170 application fee.

Hold national certification through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, confirming eligibility for licensure.

Processing Time

Obtaining a Delaware medical license typically takes approximately 4–5 months, although timelines may vary. The overall processing period depends on application completeness and the scheduling of the next Board review meeting. Applications are submitted through DELPROS, Delaware’s official online licensing portal. While the system allows for efficient document submission and status tracking, final approval is contingent upon several factors.

What Affects Processing Time?

Application Completeness: All required forms, verifications, and supporting documentation must be received before your file is considered complete.

Verification Delays: Third-party verifications (education, training, licenses, NPDB reports) can extend timelines.

Submitting your application well in advance of an upcoming Board meeting may help shorten the review timeline. Missing a meeting cycle could result in additional waiting time until the following session.

How to Avoid Delays

Ensure all documents are accurate and submitted promptly.

Follow up on third-party verifications early.

Monitor your application status regularly through DELPROS.

Delaware Telemedicine License

Delaware offers a Telemedicine License for healthcare professionals who are already licensed in another U.S. state and wish to provide remote care to patients located in Delaware. This pathway allows qualified out-of-state practitioners to legally practice telehealth services without obtaining a full Delaware medical license.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for a Delaware telemedicine license, applicants must:

Hold a current and unrestricted medical license in another state or U.S. jurisdiction.

Have no pending disciplinary actions, investigations, or unresolved administrative complaints.

Required Documentation

During the application process, applicants must submit verification documents to confirm professional standing.

• Physicians and Physician Assistants complete and submit a National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) self-query report.

• Other Healthcare Professionals provide official state licensure verification from every state or jurisdiction where a license is currently held or was previously held.

Why Apply for a Delaware Telemedicine License?

A telemedicine license enables providers to expand their practice, increase patient access, and deliver compliant virtual healthcare services across state lines.

Delaware Medical License verification

To verify a Delaware medical professional license, use the official online licensing portal, DELPROS. The system allows you to confirm licensure status, view credential details, and check for any public disciplinary history.

How to Search a Delaware License

Select Search Type

Choose whether you are searching for an Individual or a Facility. This option appears below the main search section of the DELPROS page.

Enter Search Criteria

You may search using one or more of the following:

Full or partial name

License number

Profession type

City or state

Click “Search”

Submit your query to view matching license records.

Review Disciplinary Information

If a license record indicates disciplinary history, select the discipline link or “Yes” field (when available) to view additional public details.

Why Use the Delaware License Lookup?

The Delaware medical license lookup tool is essential for:

Verifying active license status

Confirming credential authenticity

Reviewing public disciplinary actions

Supporting healthcare hiring and credentialing processes

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