Arizona

Special Bridge / Universal Recognition

What training qualifies: Universal Recognition only. Applicant must (a) hold a full, active dental license in another US state for ≥ 1 year and (b) provide proof of Arizona residency.
Exams: Established through the source state's license (no new clinical exam)
Scope: Full Arizona license via universal recognition
Board notes: Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners (May 2026, Nancy Elia): "Arizona offers one licensing pathway for foreign-trained applicants through universal recognition. To qualify... Hold a full, active license in another U.S. state for at least one year. Provide proof of Arizona residency." Foreign training alone cannot grant an AZ license — first earn a license in NY/TX/LA/VA/etc., then transfer after 1 year of active practice.
Confidence: verified · Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners (nancy.elia@dentalboard.az.gov), 2026-05-13 · last reviewed August 2026

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