Change in pharmacy location outside of its current business location: within how many days must a new license be applied?

• A. 30 days
• B. 60 days
• C. 15 days
• D. 45 days

Answer: (A)

In Montana, a pharmacy license is tied to the specific location where drugs are dispensed, so moving to a new site requires review and approval for the new address. When the pharmacy changes location outside its current business site, you must apply for a new license within 30 days of that move. This 30-day window gives the Montana Board of Pharmacy the chance to verify the new premises meet all regulatory requirements—such as security, storage conditions, equipment, and workflow practices—before the pharmacy can legally operate from the new location. The process typically involves submitting a license application for the new location, possibly an on-site inspection, and paying any applicable fees. If the license isn’t applied for within this period, the business would be operating without a valid license, which can lead to penalties or enforcement actions.