When ready to apply for your first CDL, come to a local Secretary of State branch office to:
- Show proof of Social Security number
- Present your Federal Security Threat Assessment if you are applying for a hazardous materials endorsement
- Complete an application
If you have had any change in your physical condition since your last driver license renewal which may affect your ability to drive, you may need a special form from the branch office for your physician to fill out before you can apply for your license.
- Meet driver record eligibility requirements
- Pass the required knowledge and vision tests
- Pay your CDL fees
- Schedule your CDL skills test
You must take the skills tests through an approved third party tester. Third party testers are public and private agencies authorized by the state to conduct CDL skills tests. Once you have passed your CDL skills tests, you must return to the Secretary of State branch office to:
- Pay a correction fee to add CDL privileges to your license
- Receive your CDL
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