• Applicants

Applicants

The CSLB Web site provides information about applying for a contractors license. As a condition of licensure, an applicant must take and pass a law and trade examination. (Exception: A trade examination is not required for the Limited Specialty (C-61) classification.) Under certain conditions, a waiver of the examination(s) may be granted. Final determination as to whether or not the applicant meets the requirements for the examination or the criteria for the waiver is made during the application review process.

Apply for a Contractors License

This section will provide information on how to apply for a contractors license in the State of California.

Apply for Home Improvement Salesperson Registration

This section provides information about the application process for Home Improvement Salesperson Registration.

Apply for a Joint Venture License

This section provides a series of steps and resources to help you understand the application process and requirements for a joint venture license.

Licenses for Limited Liability Companies (LLC)

This section provides information on CSLB’s efforts to issue licenses to Limited Liability Companies (LLC) by January 1, 2012

Apply for Reciprocity

This section provides information about CSLB's reciprocity program with Arizona, Nevada and Utah.

Check Application Status

This is where you can look-up status on your application.

Examination Study Guides

This section provides study guides and resources to help you prepare for your licensing exam.

ASBESTOS: A Contractor’s Guide and Open Book Examination

After you pass your examination, you must take the Open-Book Exam and sign the verification form. Submit completed verification form with your renewal or bond verification and license fee notice. If you do not submit this form, the Board cannot process your license.