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Adult Original Commercial Driver License (CDL) When Coming From Out-of-State

1 – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

WELCOME TO UTAH!
This is the process for obtaining a first-time original Utah commercial driver license (CDL) if you have recently become a resident of the state.

Testing

You must pass a 25-question open-book written knowledge test.  If you currently have a Hazmat endorsement, it requires a federal background check completed within the last five (5) years and a specialized written knowledge test.  A school bus endorsement would require a specialized written knowledge test.  All CDL written knowledge tests are administered in English only, and the use of any translation materials is prohibited.

2 – WHAT IS THE PROCESS

  • Fill out an online application and schedule an appointment to visit a CDL driver license office.
  • When you arrive for your scheduled appointment, have your confirmation number ready to check in, and then you will take a photo.
  • After your photo, you will have a seat; when your number is called, you will present your documents to the examiner, take an eye test, and pay the non-refundable fee of $52.00, plus each CDL endorsement is $9.00; motorcycle endorsement is $18.00.
  • You will then take any required written knowledge tests.

3 – WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO YOUR APPOINTMENT

  • Bring your valid CDL from another state (which you will surrender upon application.)
  • Bring your DOT card to be verified.
  • Bring proof of identity (name and date of birth.)
  • Bring your social security card.
  • Bring two (2) documents providing proof of your Utah address.
Has Your Name Changed

If the name from your driver license or identity card is different than the name on your identity document (e.g., birth certificate or passport), it must be accompanied by legal documentation authorizing the name change.   These include a certified state marriage certificate, divorce decree, updated passport, amended birth certificate, adoption paperwork, citizenship/naturalization certificate, or court documents indicating the name change sealed by the court.

4 – COMPLETE THE APPLICATION AND SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

Currently, our Farmington, Logan, and Tooele offices do not process CDL’s.

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5 – WHEN DO I GET MY LICENSE

  • A temporary license with a photo will be issued on the same day.  
  • The completed license with a 5-year expiration date will be mailed to you in approximately 4-6 weeks.

Note: By law, you may not possess more than one REAL ID compliant certificate at a time (e.g., a Utah driver license and a Colorado ID.)