… known as the BOG Fee Waiver). California Residency A California resident must have resided In California for one (1) year and one (1) day prior to the student’s residence determination date. The residence determination date is defined as the day before the … and other fees. Appeal of Residency Status Students may appeal the initial determination of their residency status by completing the Supplemental Residency Questionnaire Form . The form must be submitted within thirty (30) calendar days of …