California Professional Stamp Tool
For professional engineers (16 CCR § 411(g)(1); a parallel provision, § 411(g)(2), covers land surveying documents): "All professional engineering plans, specifications, reports, or documents (hereinafter referred to as 'documents') shall be signed and sealed in accordance with the requirements of the Professional Engineers Act and any other laws related to the practice of professional engineering and shall be signed and sealed in a manner such that all work can be clearly attributed to the licensee(s) in responsible charge of the work."
Cal. Code Regs. tit. 16, § 411(g)(1) (2026 Board Rules compilation, p. 12) —
California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
California stamp rules at a glance
California specifies a circular seal, 1.5 inches diameter under Cal. Code Regs. tit. 16, § 411, and accepts electronic seals for sealed submittals. California sets no continuing-education requirement for engineers.
| Licensing board | California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists |
|---|---|
| Stamp size | 1.5 inches (Circular seal, 1.5 inches diameter) |
| Required elements | Full legal name, License number, "Professional Engineer", Renewal date, Branch of engineering (optional) |
| Governing statute | Cal. Code Regs. tit. 16, § 411 |
| Continuing education | None required for PE; 5 hours per 2 years for architects |
| Board phone | (916) 263-2222 |
| Architect board | California Architects Board |
Full dimensions for every state: PE stamp size requirements by state.
Checking whether a licence is current: California PE license lookup. What must appear on the seal: PE stamp requirements.
California Professional Stamp Tool
California at a glance
- State
- California
- Digital Seals
- Accepted
- Continuing Education
- None required for PE; 5 hours per 2 years for architects
- Profession Types
- 26 available
California stamps by profession
Frequently asked
What professional stamps are available in California?
California offers professional stamps for engineers, architects, land surveyors, and landscape architects.
Are digital professional stamps legal in California?
Yes, California accepts digital stamps and seals for most professions.