Temporary Practice Permits

Appraisers who hold a valid license in good standing in another state may apply for a Temporary Practice Permit to perform a real property appraisal in California. Click here to download pdf version

General Guidelines

The following are general guidelines regarding Temporary Practice Permits:

• The permit is valid for one year and for one assignment or until the expiration of the license in his or her state, which is sooner;
• The appraisal field inspections must be completed within 12 months of OREAs approval of the Temporary Practice Permit; and
• The state in which the applicant is licensed must not have been found to be out of compliance by the Appraisal Subcommittee.

Application Process

A temporary Practice Permit is not required if:

• The appraisal to be performed is not associated with a federally related transaction; or
• The out-of-state appraiser affiliates with a California licensed appraiser.

  NOTE: In this case, the out-of-state appraiser€s work is limited to assisting the California Licensed Appraiser in the preparation of the appraisal. The out-of-state appraiser is not permitted to reach a final conclusion of value and may not sign the report. The California Licensed Appraiser must make the determination of value, sign the report, disclose the assistance provided by the out-of-state appraiser and accept full responsibility for the entire appraisal.

To receive a Temporary Practice Permit, licensed out-of-state appraisers must submit all of the following:

• A completed Request for Temporary Practice Permit (California Form REA 3009) or
  Non-Resident Appraiser Application for Temporary Practice and Affidavit of Applicant (National Forms);
• A completed Consent to Service of Process (California Form REA 3006);
• A completed Statement of Citizenship, Alienage and Immigration Status (California Form REA 3030) along with proof of legal presence in the U.S.;
• A copy of the contract or letter of engagement which shows the physical address or location of the property to be appraised; and
• The required fee of $90.00 for each application submitted.