CLPs must be renewed within 30 days of expiration. If your learner's permit expires after the one renewal period and you want to get a new permit, you need to present the required sources of identification, take and pass the written tests, and pay the $30 written test fee plus the fee for any endorsements.

Bring your required identification and completed application to an RMV Service Centerįor Apply for a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) NameĬDL Endorsement Fee (if taken on the same day)ĬDL Endorsement Fee (if taken on a different day)Īpply for a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP)ĬLPs expire 180 days from the date of issue and can be renewed one time for an additional 180 days for no fee.

Applicants applying for a Hazmat (H) endorsement on or after Februmust have completed applicable entry-level driver training from a registered training provider to be eligible for a knowledge test.

Applicants that obtain a Class A or B Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) for the first time, upgrade from a Class B to A CDL, or add a Passenger (P) or School Bus (S) endorsement for the first time on or after February 7, 2022, must have completed applicable entry-level driver training from a registered training provider to be eligible for a road test.

If your name differs on the lawful presence document, you must also provide proof of the legal name change.

In addition to the required identification, all CDL applicants must prove either United States citizenship or permanent lawful presence.

Decide what type of CLP you want – a REAL ID Massachusetts permit (valid for federal purposes) or Standard Massachusetts permit (not valid for federal purposes). Go to /id to decide.

Pass either the hazardous material (H) endorsement exam or the passenger (P) endorsement exam, if applying for a Class C CLP.

Pass the combination vehicle exam, if applying for a Class A CLP.

Meet minimum commercial driver's license medical standards.Be clear of outstanding obligations to any state.Not hold a driver's license in any other state.Hazmat: “Non-Domicile” CDL holders are not eligible to apply for a Hazmat (H) endorsement.Īcceptable Forms of Identification for Proof of lawful presence To be eligible for a Massachusetts CDL, these customers must prove permanent lawful presence. The expiration date of the Commercial credential will reflect the end of stay date.Ĭanada and Mexico: Customers from Canada or Mexico are not eligible for “Non-Domicile” CDLs. Customers applying for a “Non-Domicile” CDL must prove lawful presence for a minimum of 12 months.Have a Class D license that will be valid for the entire length of the commercial permit.Be at least 21 years of age for an interstate (all states) transport CLP.Be at least 18 years of age for an intrastate (Massachusetts only) transport CLP.You must meet the following requirements in order to be eligible for a commercial learner's permit (CLP):

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