Minnesota Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licensing
Licensing requirements for Minnesota healthcare and pharmaceutical companies and individuals.
This page provides an overview of healthcare and pharmaceutical industry licensing in Minnesota for individuals and businesses. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
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Company Licenses
Minnesota Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Company Licenses
Minnesota Drug Manufacturer License
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $5,500 for non-opiate manufacturers and $55,500 for opiate manufacturers. |
| Turnaround: | 4 weeks |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $5,500 for non-opiate manufacturers and $55,500 for opiate manufacturers. |
| Due: | License renewal payment is due May 1 of each year, and licenses expire annually on May 31. |
Minnesota Medical Gas Distributor License
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $400 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $400 |
| Due: | Renewals are due November 1 of each year, and licenses expire December 1 of each year. |
| Penalties: | A $200 late fee will be imposed for renewals submitted after November 30 |
Minnesota Pharmacy License
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
| Qualifying Individual Requirements: | A Minnesota-licensed Pharmacist In Charge (PIC) must be listed on the application. |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $450 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $450 |
| Due: | Annually by June 30. |
Minnesota Third Party Logistics Provider (3PL) License
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Minnesota Application for Third-Party Logistics Provider License; Corporations and LLCs must also submit Form MN-3PL-003 |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Due: | License renewal payment is due October 1 of each year, and licenses expire annually on October 31. |
| Penalties: | A $150 fee will be imposed for renewals submitted after October 31 |
Minnesota Wholesale Distributor License
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Registration as a Drug and/or Medical Gas Wholesaler |
| Agency Fee: | $5,500 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $5,500 |
| Due: | License renewal payment is due May 1 of each year, and licenses expire annually on May 31. |
Individual Licenses
Minnesota Individual Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licenses
Minnesota Controlled Substance Researcher Registration
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Controlled Substance Researcher Registration |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Annually by May 1. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are sent via email. |
Minnesota Pharmacist License
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $225 application fee + $33.25 background check fee + $225 license fee due after approval. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $225 |
| Due: | Annually by February 1. |
Minnesota Pharmacist-Intern Registration
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $75 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Registration as an intern for purposes of participating in a residency or fellowship program remains in effect until the individual obtains licensure as a pharmacist, for two years, or until the completion of the residency or fellowship program, whichever occurs first.
Minnesota Pharmacy Technician Registration
| Agency: | Minnesota Board of Pharmacy |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Due: | Annually by December 1. |
Learn about healthcare and pharmaceutical licensing in other states:
Controlled Substance Registration - In addition to a pharmacy license, controlled substance registration registration is required in many states for pharmacies that distribute controlled substances.
NABP (National Association of Boards of Pharmacy) - Host a variety of programs and resources relating to pharmacist and pharmacy licensure and examination.
Pharmacist in Charge - A licensed pharmacist designated by a pharmacy to act as the party responsible for compliance with regulations.
VPP (Verified Pharmacy Program) - A program run by NABP that allows state boards to share information and more easily register out-of-state pharmacies.
