Commercial Driver License

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In New York State, you need a Commercial Driver License (CDL) to drive a truck or other commercial vehicle. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) issues the CDL. Before you can apply for a CDL, you must have a regular driver's license.

The DMV can issue a CDL to New York State residents who already have a Class D, Class E or Non-CDL Class C license. If you have a CDL from another state, you can trade it for a New York CDL.

This license does not let you drive school buses.

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Commercial Drivers License Application (MV-44) (PDF)

Commercial Driving Course Information

DMV Locations

General Information about Driver Licenses

New York State Commercial Drivers Manual

NYS Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
6 Empire State Plaza
Albany
NY
12220
http://www.dmv.ny.gov
(212) 645-5550
To find the nearest DMV location, please visit the DMV's website or call the number above.
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