Persons wanting to obtain their Texas CDL must meet certain requirements:
- Must be 21 years or 18 years old if ALL of your driving is within Texas and you do not transport hazardous materials or drive double or triple trailer rigs
- Possess a valid medical certificate in accordance with MCSR regulations
- Take and pass the mandatory Texas CDL license examinations
- Surrender your current driver license
- Provide proof of your identification
- Pay testing and licensing fees
There are different types of classes for your Texas CDL, like:
- CLASS A: allows you to operate vehicles which tow trailers or other vehicles with a GVWR over 10,000 pounds.
- CLASS B: allows you to operate single vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 lbs or more OR a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more, towing trailers/vehicles rated at 10,000 pounds GVWR or less.
- CLASS C: allows you to operate vehicles under 26,001 lbs. GVWR, that would normally not require a CDL
For more information on Texas CDL Requirements, click here.
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