Obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL) all begins with the North Dakota Department of Transportation's (NDDOT) Commercial Driver's License Guide. This manual provides all you need to know about securing a CDL in North Dakota. You can download it, or pick one up at your local DMV.

To drive a commercial vehicle across state lines, you must be 21 years old. Some other requirements for receiving your CDL include:

  • You must speak, read and write English
  • You must pass a written and road test
  • You must guarantee that you do not have a drivers license in another state
  • You must have a clean driving record
  • You must have a social security number
  • You must provide identification

To obtain your CDL, you will first need a permit. To find out more about receiving your CDL, visit North Dakota’s DMV website or visit a DMV near you.