Interested in getting your commercial drivers license (CDL) in Rhode Island? 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 at least 21 to transport hazardous materials and passengers
- Pass vision test
- Pass color blindness test
Documents
- Proof of status as a U.S citizen or lawful permanent resident
- A medical exam must be performed by a certified medical examiner
- Must hold a valid operator’s license for at least two years, with no suspensions or revocations
- You must bring a Social Security card and your Rhode Island driver’s license
Payments
- Application $11.50
- License Renewal 70 and older $33.50
- License Renewal (5 years) $81.50
- Permit New/renewal $41.50
- Permit Update/duplicate $21.50
