What This API Does

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Kentucky Nurse License Verification

Verify RN, LPN, and APRN licenses issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Returns license number, status (active/inactive/expired), issue and expiration dates, and any disciplinary actions on file.

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Kentucky Contractor License Verification

Verify general contractor, specialty, and trade licenses managed by the Kentucky Division of Plumbing & HVAC Licensing (General Contractors via local jurisdictions). Returns license classification, bonding status, insurance info, and current standing.

More Kentucky License Types

🏠 Real Estate Agent → 🛡️ Insurance Agent → 🔨 General Contractor → ⚡ Electrician → 🔧 Plumber → ❄️ HVAC Technician →

Who Uses This API in Kentucky

Healthcare Staffing Agencies

Automate nurse credential verification for Kentucky placements. Reduce manual lookups from hours to seconds across fast-growing markets with high licensing volume.

Property Management Platforms

Verify contractor licenses before approving maintenance and renovation work on Kentucky properties. Protect against unlicensed operators.

HR & Compliance Teams

Build automated compliance workflows for rapidly growing healthcare networks and booming construction markets. Monitor license expirations and get ahead of renewal deadlines.

Kentucky Licensing Authorities

Nursing Licenses

Kentucky Board of Nursing

Governs RN, LPN/LVN, and APRN licensure in Kentucky. Handles initial licensing, renewals, and disciplinary proceedings.

Contractor Licenses

Kentucky Division of Plumbing & HVAC Licensing (General Contractors via local jurisdictions)

Oversees general contractor and specialty trade licensing in Kentucky. Maintains public records of license status, bonds, and complaints.

API Endpoints

POST /nurse/verify

Verify a nursing license in Kentucky

curl -X POST https://license-verify-api-production.up.railway.app/nurse/verify \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-RapidAPI-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{
    "name": "Jane Doe",
    "state": "KY",
    "license_type": "RN"
  }'

POST /contractor/verify

Verify a contractor license in Kentucky

curl -X POST https://license-verify-api-production.up.railway.app/contractor/verify \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-RapidAPI-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{
    "name": "John Smith",
    "state": "KY",
    "license_type": "General"
  }'

POST /batch

Verify multiple licenses at once — ideal for Kentucky staffing agencies processing bulk hires

curl -X POST https://license-verify-api-production.up.railway.app/batch \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-RapidAPI-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{
    "requests": [
      { "type": "nurse", "name": "Jane Doe", "state": "KY", "license_type": "RN" },
      { "type": "contractor", "name": "John Smith", "state": "KY", "license_type": "General" }
    ]
  }'

Example Response

{
  "status": "found",
  "state": "KY",
  "license": {
    "name": "Jane Doe",
    "license_number": "KY-RN-2024-XXXXX",
    "license_type": "Registered Nurse",
    "status": "Active",
    "issue_date": "2020-06-15",
    "expiration_date": "2026-12-31",
    "board": "Kentucky Board of Nursing",
    "disciplinary_actions": []
  }
}

Pricing

Free

$0

50 requests/day

Pro

$9.99

1,000 requests/mo

Ultra

$29.99

5,000 requests/mo

Mega

$99.99

25,000 requests/mo

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FAQ — Kentucky License Verification

Which Kentucky license types can I verify?

Nursing: RN, LPN/LVN, APRN. Contractors: General, Specialty (electrical, plumbing, HVAC), and trade-specific classifications regulated by the Kentucky Division of Plumbing & HVAC Licensing (General Contractors via local jurisdictions).

How current is the Kentucky license data?

Data is sourced from Kentucky's official licensing board databases. Results reflect the latest publicly available records from the Kentucky Board of Nursing and Kentucky Division of Plumbing & HVAC Licensing (General Contractors via local jurisdictions).

Can I verify licenses across multiple states?

Yes. The same API works for all 50 states. Use the batch endpoint to verify Kentucky licenses alongside any other state in a single request.

Is there a free tier?

Yes — 50 free requests per day. No credit card required. Sign up on RapidAPI to get your key instantly.

License Verification API for Kentucky
Nurse & Contractor Licenses