Commercial Driver Licenses (CDL)
Florida’s CDL Self-Certification System
This system allows Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders to meet the new federal requirements for self-certification without needing to visit our office. A Florida CDL holder may use this system only if they have a valid Florida Commercial Driver License.
CDL Regulations
The following regulations apply to all Commercial Driver License applicants:
New: Proof of Residential Address for CLP and CDL Holders
All CLP or CDL applicants must present two proofs of Florida residential address in their name. Applicants can present two proofs from List A or a Declaration of Domicile and one proof from List B.
If the applicant presents proof of address with the name of someone they are residing with, the person they are residing with must sign the Certification of Address form certifying that the applicant resides with them. The certifier must also provide two proofs of address in their name from List B. The first document must establish that the certifier owns or leases the property. The lease identifying the certifier as the lessee and the signature page(s) must be scanned in its entirety.
List A for CLP / CDL (Item presented must be in the applicant’s name)
- A recent lease or rental agreement for the residence with a term of 6 months or greater in the name of the driver
- Current Florida voter registration card
- Florida Vehicle/Vessel Registration or Title
- Current homeowner’s insurance policy or bill
- Current utility bill (water, gas, electricity, cell phone, cable) must be dated within the last 30 days
- Recent cellular or landline telephone bill (must be dated within the last 30 to 60 days)
- Recent internet service provider bill (must be dated within the last 30 to 60 days)
- Latest property tax bill
- Mortgage deed for property in Florida
CLP or CDL applicants unable to provide proof of residential address from List A must provide a Declaration of Domicile filed with the Orange County Comptroller and one proof of residential address document from List B.
List B for CLP / CDL (Item presented must be in the applicant’s name)
- Latest W-2 form or 1099 form
- Recent bank statement
- Recent credit card statement
- Latest military orders
- Recent pay stub
- Recent official government documents
Hazmat Endorsed CDLs from Other States
Customers who have obtained a Hazmat endorsed CDL from a state other than Florida are required to pass the Florida Hazmat Knowledge Test and TSA Background Check.
Fees*
| CDL Renewal | $81.25 |
| Replacement of Valid CDL to add Hazmat | $31.25 |
| Each Endorsement | $7.00 each |
| Background Check and Fingerprinting | $91.00 |
* All fees are set by the State of Florida
Driver's Handbook
Additional Information
For additional information on Commercial Driver Licenses, visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.