Do's and Don'ts for Exam Applicants

Do complete the application form correctly and fully. Any misrepresentations or missing items may result in delays in obtaining an examination date or disqualification from the examination. Transcripts should accompany the initial application.
Do use the eLicensing online system or Examination Change Application (RE415A or RE415B) , to inform the Department of any change in your exam mailing address.
Do check available exam dates to find out when and where the DRE is scheduling examinations; however, keep in mind that a particular exam may be filled by the time your exam application is submitted and processed.
Do wait the posted current processing timeframe for notification of your examination date, time, and location. If you have not received your notice, please check your exam date on the DRE Web site, or through the Interactive Voice Response System by calling the DRE Examination Section at (916) 227-0900. If you have been scheduled, you can request a duplicate Examination Schedule Notice using the eLicensing online system. If you have not been scheduled, call the DRE at 1-877-373-4542.
Do configure your fax transmission to produce a receipt.
All applications are processed in date received order.

Don't send cash
Don't mail or send duplicate faxes for the same transaction. This may result in your account inadvertently being charged twice and an unintentional rescheduling of your examination date. Fees remitted will not be refunded per section 10207 of the Business and Professions Code.