OAR 858-010-0055: Limited Permits

(1) The Board may grant a limited permit to practice psychology in the State of Oregon to individuals who possess and have maintained an active license as a psychologist in another jurisdiction in good standing. Applicants must: (a) Submit a Visitor’s Permit Application or a Temporary Permit Application; (b) Submit proof of licensure in good standing from other jurisdictions; (c) Pay the limited permit fee; (d) Submit a statement certifying that the applicant has read and understands Oregon law relating to the practice of psychology. (2) Limited Permit Types. (a) Visitor’s Permit. A visitor’s permit may be issued to psychologists that do not intend to seek full licensure in Oregon, and are providing psychological services for a limited, time-specific period only. (A) A statement of work must be submitted with the Visitor’s Permit Application, and whenever the psychologist re-enters Oregon. (B) The statement of work must include purpose, location, and the specific dates of service. (C) A visitor’s permit shall be effective for no more than 30 days in a 12 month period. (b) Temporary Permit. The Board may grant a temporary permit to an approved applicant for full licensure in Oregon. (A) Individuals applying for a temporary permit that do not have a minimum of five years of licensure must consult with an Oregon licensed psychologist at least one hour per week on matters pertaining to Oregon law. The consultant must agree and be named on the Limited Permit Application. (B) A temporary permit shall be effective for no more than 90 calendar days. Applicants granted a temporary permit must take the jurisprudence examination within 90 days from the date the permit is approved. (C) Failure to pass the jurisprudence examination shall result in cancellation of the temporary permit. The Board has discretion to extend the temporary permit for an additional 30 days in order to allow the applicant time to transition clients to another provider. (D) Applicants whose temporary permit is cancelled may submit a Consultation Contract for Board approval to continue providing services after the cancellation date.