APIT vs. E.Passport: What’s the Difference?
APIT vs. E.Passport: What Psychologists Need to Know Before Applying
If you’re exploring PSYPACT, you’ve likely come across two terms used constantly: E.Passport and APIT. While they’re related, they serve very different functions—and misunderstanding the difference is one of the most common causes of delays and rejected applications.
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What Is the E.Passport?
The E.Passport is issued by the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB).
It verifies:
Your doctoral degree
Your supervised experience
Your license status
Your background
Your professional history
What it does NOT do:
The E.Passport does not grant permission to practice telepsychology across state lines. It is a credential, not an authorization.
Think of the E.Passport as:
Step 1 = Credential Confirmation
What Is APIT?
APIT stands for Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology.
It is issued by the PSYPACT Commission — NOT ASPPB.
APIT is what actually gives you legal permission to provide telepsychology services to patients located in other PSYPACT states.
Think of APIT as:
Step 2 = Legal Permission
Why You Need Both
The two-step system ensures that:
ASPPB confirms your professional qualifications
PSYPACT grants the authority to practice across jurisdictions
Having the E.Passport without APIT is the same as having “credentials” but no license.
Quick Comparison
E.Passport
Issued by: ASPPB
Purpose: Verify your qualifications
Grants Practice Authority? No
Required for APIT? Yes
APIT
Issued by: PSYPACT Commission
Purpose: Approve interstate telepsychology
Grants Practice Authority? Yes
Requires E.Passport? Yes
Bottom Line
You must obtain the E.Passport first and then apply for APIT.
Skipping or misunderstanding this sequence leads to major processing delays.
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