N.M. Admin. Code § 16.25.2.14

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 16.25.2.14 - 60-DAY TEMPORARY PERMIT

A. Purpose. The temporary permit, good for a period of no more than 60-calendar days, is intended for experienced, licensed veterinarians who wish to practice in New Mexico for a brief period. The temporary permit is not granted to a new graduate or experienced veterinarian who has not yet taken the state licensing examination or met all other licensing requirements.

B. To qualify for a temporary permit, an applicant must:

(1) be currently licensed in and currently practice in another state, territory, or district of the United States;

(2) be in good standing in all jurisdictions in which he is or has been licensed;

(3) submit the completed, signed, and notarized application for licensure-DVM form along with a color passport-type, head and shoulders photograph and the temporary permit fee; and

(4) provide a verification of licensure from the state where the applicant currently practices veterinary medicine and holds licensure.

C. An applicant for a temporary permit does not need to take the state examination or provide national examination scores.

D. A temporary permit may not be renewed within a 12 month period from issuance without approval from the board.

N.M. Admin. Code § 16.25.2.14

16.25.2.14 NMAC - Rp, 16.25.2.14 NMAC, 01-17-2014, Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXVI, Issue 01, January 14, 2025, eff. 1/14/2025