Interested in getting your commercial drivers license (CDL) in Tennessee? We have outlined below some of the basic requirements to move forward.
Or you can read our article with more general details on how to get your CDL license.
Basics
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be at least 21 to travel out of state
- Must be 25 years old to earn a school bus endorsement
- Pass vision
- Pass color blindness test
Documents
- Valid DOT Medical card
- Proof of your social security number
- Tennessee driver’s license or ID or CDL from another state
- Proof of U.S citizenship or lawful permanent Resident Status
Payments
- CLP A $14
- CLP B or C $13
- CDL A $70
- CDL B or C $62
- Endorsements $2.50
- Hazardous materials endorsement fingerprint and background check application $86.50
