Renewing a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in Kansas is a relatively simple process compared to applying for a new CDL.

PROCEDURES FOR RENEWING YOUR COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE

1. A renewal notice will be sent to you indicating when your current CDL will expire. If your CDL has been lost or stolen, you will need to apply for a replacement CDL, rather than a renewal.
2. You must renew your CDL in person, at your full service local driver exam office.
3. You must pass a vision test, a written test, get a new photo and record your signature. You must furnish a valid eye examination certificate if you do not want to take the vision test.
4. Bring the following items with you to the local DMV office, when renewing your commercial driver's license:
5. Your current Kansas commercial driver's license.
6. You can use your renewal card for address proof if it has your residence address. If you do not receive a renewal notice or your card only has your mailing address, you need acceptable residential address proof.
7. Proof of identity and social security number. You can use your current license as proof of identity.
8. Your Kansas Commercial Driver's License renewal notice.
9. You must also bring the correct CDL renewal fee. Fees vary, depending on your age and the endorsements on your CDL. Check with your local driver exam office on the exact fee before arriving for the renewal.

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ENDORSEMENT (HAZMAT)

If your CDL includes a Hazardous Material Endorsement that you wish to retain, you must undergo a fingerprint and background check by the Transportation Security Administration.

1. You must pay a non-refundable fee of $89.25 to initiate the process. Call the Integrated Biometrics Technologies (IBT) Help Desk at 1-877-429-7746, or visit their website at www.hazprints.com.
2. Contact one of the locations listed on the IBT site to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
3. Bring your commercial driver's license and social security card to the IBT office on the scheduled date.
4. An approval letter will be mailed to you from the TSA, indicating that you have successfully completed the background check.
5. Bring the TSA approval letter to your local driver exam office, and you will be permitted to test for HAZMAT at the time of renewal. You must bring proof of citizenship or legal residence to your HAZMAT test site.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• You can renew your license up to one year in advance. If you want to upgrade your CDL you will need to take several qualifying tests. Refer to the Kansas CDL driver's manual for the test requirements and rules.
• See our Commercial Drivers Education section for more information on CDLs.
• See also Applying for a new CDL and Replacing a Lost CDL.