Transfer out-of-state commercial driver license (CDL) for Utah limited-term CDL - not US citizen
NOT US citizen, but have lawful presence
What you need to know
To get a Utah CDL
- 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.
What you need to do
Fill out online application & make appointment
- REQUIRED: Online application
- SAVE TIME: Make appointment
- Currently, our Farmington, Logan, and Tooele offices do not process CDLs.
Gather your documents - must bring to appointment
- Bring your valid CDL from another state (which you will surrender upon application.)
- Bring your DOT cardย to be verified.
- Bring your current lawful presence identity document.
- A S.A.V.E. verification will be run to verify your document status (this process may take up to 14 days.) Get information about S.A.V.E. verifications here.
- Bring yourย social securityย cardย orย proof of ineligibility to obtain a social security number.
- If your name has changed, bring proof of your new name.
At your appointment
- Have your confirmation number ready to check-in
- Have photo taken
- Present documents
- Pass eye test
- Pay non-refundable fee of $52.00,ย plus each CDL endorsement is $9.00; motorcycle endorsement is $18.00.
- You will then take any required written knowledge tests
Ready to Start?
1. Complete Application
2. Book Your Appointment (link at end of application)
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When do I get my limited-term commercial driver license?
- A temporary license with a photo will be issued on the same day.
- The completed limited-term will have an expiration date of your legal presence document or five (5) years, whichever is sooner; or 1-year from the date of issuance if there is no expiration date, and will be mailed to you in approximately 6-8 weeks.