License via the Practical Examination
New York State does not have direct reciprocity with any other US State or territory. However, an applicant who can demonstrate having been in lawful practice as a Principal/shareholder/owner of their own firm outside of New York State for a period of 10 years may, upon successful completion of a practical examination satisfactory to the State Board, be granted licensure as an architect. Generally, only those architects licensed in a foreign country are eligible to apply via this pathway.