New Requirements for Nonresident Pharmacies

Effective July 1, 2026, nonresident pharmacies (i.e., pharmacies located outside California that ship, mail, deliver, or otherwise dispense prescription medications or devices into California) must: Identify a California-licensed pharmacist employed and working at the nonresident pharmacy to be proposed to serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) over the nonresident pharmacy’s California operations, and submit the proposed PIC’s name, license number, and effective date to the Board within 90 days of designation.

• Ensure the designated PIC is fully authorized to ensure operational compliance with California law, including California-specific dispensing, recordkeeping, labeling, consultation, controlled substances, and staffing requirements.
• Confirm the PIC has completed the required Board-provided PIC training.
• Update the Board within 90 days of any subsequent PIC change.

Be Prepared and Take Steps Now to Ensure Compliance

The California Pharmacist Examination for Licensure Application and Instructions are available here.

Upcoming California Practice Standards and Jurisprudence Examination (CPJE) Test Dates

• February 2, 2026
• March 3, 2026
• April 4, 2026
• May 13, 2026
• June 11, 2026

Take Action Now to ensure your nonresident pharmacy is in full compliance by July 1, 2026.