For U.S. architects, working abroad will now be easier than ever, as the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) has announced a new mutual recognition arrangement with the licensing authorities of Australia and New Zealand. Effective as of January 1, 2017, the agreement allows architects to earn reciprocal licenses that authorize architects to work in the two countries.

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For U.S. architects, working abroad will now be easier than ever, as the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) has announced a new mutual recognition arrangement with the licensing authorities of Australia and New Zealand. Effective as of January 1, 2017, the agreement allows architects to earn reciprocal licenses that authorize architects to work in the two countries.?The arrangement is an exciting opportunity for architects seeking to expand their careers internationally,? said NCARB President Kristine Harding, NCARB, AIA. ?NCARB Certificate holders have been able to pursue licensure in Canada and Mexico for some time, and this arrangement represents a significant step in providing additional benefits to these architects.?So far, 29 of the 54 U.S. state and regional licensing boards have accepted the arrangement: Alabama Alaska Arizona California Colorado Connecticut Iowa Kansas Louisiana Missouri Montana Nebraska New Hampshire New Mexico North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Ore...