Commercial Driver's License

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

A CDL is a driver's license required in the United States to operate large and heavy vehicles (including trucks, buses, and trailers) or a vehicle of any size that transports hazardous materials or more than 15 passengers (including the driver) for commerce. Find out more below about what it takes to get and maintain your CDL.

How to get a CDL

• Do I need a CDL?
• CDL requirements
• How do I get a CDL?

Testing

• CDL knowledge tests
• CDL skills & driving test
• CDL manual
• CDL practice test app

Medical Cards & Certification

• Submit your medical card online
• About medical cards and self certification
• Check your CDL certification status

Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT)

CDL permit

Renew or
Update CDL

CDL License Types

Third-Party Testers

Farm & Agriculture