How to Get Your California Contractor’s License

How to get your California contractors license

1. Age:
You must be 18 years old and have a valid social security number or ITIN.
2. Experience:
You need at least four years of full-time work experience in the construction field, which must be at the journeyman level or higher. You can substitute up to three years of experience with relevant education, apprenticeship training, or other relevant courses.
3. Background Check:
Must pass a criminal background check, including fingerprinting.

1. Gather Experience Documentation:
Verify your work experience through documentation and complete the CSLB’s Experience Verification Form.
2. Submit Application:
Verify your work experience through documentation and complete the CSLB’s Experience Verification Form and Pay the application fee (approximately $450 as of 2024).
3. Study & Pass the Exams:
You will need to pass both the Law and Business exam as well as the Trade exam (General B). Our comprehensive contractor’s course provides expert guidance, practice tests, and study materials designed to help you pass both exams on your first attempt.
4. Complete Background Check:
Submit fingerprints via Live Scan for the CSLB’s criminal background check.
5. Obtain Contractor’s Bond:
Secure a $25,000 bond or provide a cash deposit.
6. Submit Final Fees and Application:
After passing the exams, pay the final $200 license activation fee and submit proof of workers' compensation insurance or an exemption if no employees.
7. Receive Your License:
Once all requirements are met and fees are paid, your General B Contractor’s License will be issued.
5. Obtain Contractor’s Bond:
Secure a $25,000 bond or provide a cash deposit.

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