BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR A COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S PERMIT/LICENSE

• Must meet requirements for a Kansas Driver's license.
• Certify that you are in agreement with state motor carrier safety regulations. See Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration or call (804) 355-5371 for more information.
• Provide a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate. You can obtain one by having a licensed medical professional fill out the appropriate Medical Examination Report for Commercial Driver Fitness reports. The medical examiner should provide you with a Medical Examiner's Certificate.

STEPS TO APPLY FOR A CDL PERMIT/LICENSE

1. You must meet the requirements for a Kansas driver's license.
2. Pass the CDL knowledge exams. You may to take more than one knowledge test if you wish to have more endorsements on your license.
3. Pass the three skills test. You will be tested on skills of 3 types - pre trip inspection, basic vehicle control and on-road driving.
4. Pass vision screening test.
5. Pay license and endorsement fees.

FEES

A Kansas Commercial Driver's License will be valid for 4 years. The cost is $25.00 for a standard CDL license. Please see a list of fees for more information.

CDL ENDORSEMENTS

The following is a list of endorsements you can get on your CDL:

• Double/Triple Trailers (Class T).
• Passenger (Class P).
• Tank Vehicle (Class N).
• Hazardous Materials (Class H).
• School Buses (Class S).

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (HAZMAT)

This is an endorsement required if you are driving a commercial motor vehicle that transports hazardous materials. There are specific background checks and knowledge exams that you need to pass in order to receive this endorsement on your CDL. Please see the HAZMAT endorsement article for more detailed information.

FEDERAL GUIDELINES FOR INTERSTATE DRIVERS

The following is a list of federal requirements for interstate drivers.

• Certify that you are in agreement with state motor carrier safety regulations. See Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration or call (804) 355-5371 for more information.
• Have the correct class of license. See Classes of CDLs, Restrictions and Endorsements for more details.
• See Kansas's Commercial Driver's Manual for more information on state regulations and guidelines.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• If you already have a CDL, see CDL renewal.
• For more information regarding test centers and hours and locations see you local DMV office.
• See Kansas's Commercial Driver's Manual for knowledge exam information.