Main navigation
Department of Transportation
Commercial Driver's License
Do I need a CDL?
Answer a few questions to find out if you need a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Is the vehicle’s GCWR (weight of combined vehicles) 26,001 or more pounds?
Yes
No
Resources
View CDL Classification Guide
Learn more about a
Restricted CDL
available for ag-related services.
Learn more about a
Military CDL Waiver
for eligible applicants.
Commercial Drivers
Department of Transportation