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Florida CDL Resources

Here are more resources related to getting your CDL in Florida:

• Learn what is required for getting your CDL in Florida

  Florida CDL Requirements

• Download the Florida CDL manual for free right here.

  Florida CDL Manual

• Find Paid CDL Training In Florida

  Paid CDL Training In Florida

Requirements to Obtain a Florida Commercial Learner's Permit

• All applicants for a Commercial Driver License are required to have an Operators License and pass the vision requirements. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. If they are under 21, they will be restricted to intrastate operation only.
• You'll need to provide proof of identity, social security number and Florida residency (see more information below)
• You'll need to obtain a Commercial Medical Examination (DOT physical).
• You'll need to complete a knowledge test and fee the required fees before a permit will be issued.
• Oral exams may be given in English or Spanish with the exception of skills test or Hazmat exams. Interpreters may not be used during the administration of CDL oral exams or during any portions of the CDL skill exams. Be sure to study the handbook.

What are Florida's Identification/Residency Requirements to apply for a Commercial Learner's Permit?

U.S. citizens renewing, replacing or applying for a new driver license or ID card in person must submit the following documents before a REAL-ID compliant driver license or ID card can be issued. Please note that the name assigned to the Social Security Number (SSN) must match the name that will appear on the Florida driver license or ID card. Customers who have recently changed their name should update their records with the Social Security Administration before applying for a driver license or ID card. For more detailed information, go to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website.

• Identity Documents Accepted
  • U.S. birth certificate, including some U.S. territories and District of Columbia (birth certificates from Puerto Rico must have an issue date after July 1, 2010)
  • Valid U.S. passport or passport card
  • Consular Report of Birth Abroad
  • Certificate of Citizenship, form N-560 or form N-561
• Social Security Number Documents Accepted
  • Social Security card (with the customer’s current name)
  • W-2 form (not handwritten)
  • Pay check/stub
• Residency Documents Accepted
  • Deed, mortgage, monthly mortgage statement, mortgage payment booklet or residential rental/lease agreement
  • Florida voter registration card
  • Florida vehicle registration or title
  • Utility bill

What is the Cost to get a Florida Commercial Learner's Permit?

Fees for a commercial driver licenses will be $75 for the initial issue and renewal. Fees for customers who have received school bus training and are applying for employment or employed by a public or non-public school system will be $48 for the initial issue and $48 for renewal. Each endorsement is $7. There is a $10 fee for written re-exams and a $20 fee for driving re-exams.

Commercial Medical Examination

All commercial motor vehicle drivers must have a physical performed by a medical examiner listed on National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners

Testing Locations

Appointments are recommended for any of the services provided by the driver license offices. Appointment scheduling and a listing of driver license offices are available on the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Website. Schedule your appointment in advance and report at least five minutes before your scheduled time.

What Information is on the Test for the Florida Commercial Learner's Permit?

Study the Florida CDL manual in order to prepare for your knowledge test.

The CDL knowledge tests include:

• The general knowledge test, taken by all applicants
• The passenger transport test, taken by all bus driver applicants
• The air brakes test, which you must take if your vehicle has air brakes, including air over hydraulic brakes
• The combination vehicles test, which is required if you want to drive combination vehicles
• The hazardous materials test, required if you want to haul hazardous materials as defined in CFR, Title 49 §383.5. In order to obtain this endorsement, you are also required to pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check
• The tank vehicle test, required if you want to haul any liquid or gaseous materials in a tank or tanks having an individual rated capacity of more than 119 gallons and an aggregate rated capacity of 1,000 gallons or more that is either permanently or temporarily attached to the vehicle or chassis
• The doubles/triples test, required if you want to pull double or triple trailers.
• The school bus test, required if you want to drive a school bus

Military Test Waiver

Military or prior military customers requesting to be issued a CDL due to qualifications of experience while serving on military duty must pass all required knowledge and endorsement exams for the CDL license class and endorsements they are applying to obtain. They must also present the Certification for Waiver of Skill Test for Military Personnel form completed by their commanding officer or designee while on active duty or within 90 days of separation from service. Military are now only exempt from taking the skills exams. The process must be completed and the CDL issued within 120 days of separation from service. The Certification for Waiver of Skill Test form for Military Personnel can be provided to the customer.