Quick Fix: Head to your Texas Board of Nursing Nurse Portal, click Profile → Address Update, then save. Need Pearson VUE updated too? Shoot an email to nursingboard@bon.texas.gov with your full name, DOB, and last four of your SSN.
What’s the deal with address changes in Texas?
Texas makes it clear: licensed nurses must update their address within 30 days of moving. Skip this, and you might miss renewal reminders, run into compliance headaches, or even face disciplinary action—Texas Board of Nursing says so. The Nurse Portal handles most updates, but Pearson VUE needs a heads-up too if you’ve got an active NCLEX or certification exam on the books.
How do I actually change my address?
- Sign in to the Nurse Portal (2026 version): Fire up your browser and head to https://www.bon.texas.gov/nursingportal/. Log in with your usual details. Forgot your password? Hit “Forgot Password” and follow the reset link (usually lands in your inbox within 5–10 minutes).
- Find your profile settings: Once you’re in, click “Profile” in the top menu. Next, pick “Address Information.” (They cleaned up the interface in 2025, so it’s easier to spot now.)
- Plug in your new address: Type in your new street address, city, state, ZIP, and county. Use the dropdown to double-check your county matches the new digs. Hit “Save Changes.” The system cross-checks your ZIP with USPS in real time—no typos allowed.
- Confirm it stuck: You’ll see a green banner pop up: “Address updated successfully.” It’ll include a timestamp and a reference ID (like ADDR-2026-00123). Save that for your records.
- Tell Pearson VUE (if needed): Got an NCLEX or certification exam coming up? Email nursingboard@bon.texas.gov. Include your full legal name, date of birth, last four of your SSN, and your shiny new mailing address. You should hear back in 3–5 business days.
I tried updating my address and it didn’t work. Now what?
- Can’t log in? Clear your browser cache (Ctrl+Shift+Delete → “Cached images and files”) and turn off any VPNs or ad blockers. The Board’s only supporting Chrome or Edge as of 2026—sorry, no IE or Safari logins anymore.
- Address won’t save? Make sure every field is filled out, including county. Switching from a rural route to a standard address? The system might throw a fit—call the Board at 512-438-5495 during business hours (8 AM–5 PM CT) for a manual fix.
- Pearson VUE still has the old address? After emailing the Board, check your NCLEX account at https://www.pearsonvue.com/nclex. Log in → Profile → Contact Information. If nothing changes after 7 days, call Pearson VUE at 866-496-2539 and have your Texas RN/LVN license number ready.
How can I avoid future address headaches?
- Set a calendar alert when you move: “Update Nursing License Address – 7 Days.” That way, you won’t scramble at the last minute.
- Run the Board’s online verification tool once a year to confirm your address is current. Handy if you’re a serial mover.
- Hang onto every confirmation email and reference ID. The Board’s records get audited by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), and mismatches can mess with your renewal.
