Temporary Practice Permit Application

Welcome to the Bureau’s Online Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) Application

Enter the information requested below and we will determine your eligibility for a permit. A prior TPP must have been submitted and issued to ensure the applicant is in the system.

To receive a Temporary Practice Permit, licensed out-of-state appraisers must comply with the requirements and understand of the guidelines, in addition to completing and submitting all of the following:

Requirements/Guidelines:

• Appraisers who hold an active license in good standing in any and all other state(s) may apply for a Temporary Practice Permit to perform real property appraisal assignments in California.
• Permits require a copy of the contract or letter of engagement which shows the physical address(es) or location(s) of the property or properties to be appraised.
• Permits require the contract or letter of engagement to identify the licensed appraiser performing the appraisal.
• Permits are valid for one client only (client may identify multiple properties).
• Permits are only issued at the same classification as the current license issued by the state in which an applicant is licensed.
• Permits are valid for one year and for one assignment or until the expiration of the license in an applicant's home state, whichever is occurs first.

Complete and Submit:

• Request for Temporary Practice Permit (California form REA 3009).
• Consent to Service of Process (California form REA 3006).
• The applicable fee for each application submitted.
• Upload required documents according to guidelines above.

Temporary Practice Permit online applications system is not available from midnight to 3:15 A.M. Pacific time, for systems maintenance.

Temporary Practice Permit Fees