How to get a CDL in Arizona

Fees and rules

Issued by

Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)

Learner's permit (CLP) fee

$25 (Class A or B permit, no endorsements)

Skills (road) test fee

$25 (Class A or B vehicle); $12.50 (Class C vehicle)

CDL license fee

$25 (Class A or B); $12.50 (Class C); +$10 per endorsement

CLP is valid for

12 months

Minimum age (within the state)

18 (intrastate CDL valid only in Arizona); 21 for interstate

Where the skills test is given

Both: MVD CDL offices (by appointment) and MVD-certified third-party testers; bring your own vehicle

Medical card

Current DOT medical exam (Medical Examiner's Certificate from a National Registry examiner) required

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Required since Feb 7, 2022 before the CDL skills test (first-time Class A/B, upgrades, first-time H/P/S)

Official sources

“Class A or B: $25” azdot.gov

“Please add $10 for each endorsement you require (hazmat, tanker, doubles/triples or passenger).” azdot.gov

“The CDL instruction permit is valid for 12 months.” azdot.gov

“Class A or B permit, no endorsements: $25” azdot.gov

“The minimum age for a CDL is 21.” azdot.gov

“You may visit any MVD office or contact MVD at 602.255.0072 to request for an appointment for skill testing.” azdot.gov

“You will be required to complete a road/skills test in the class of vehicle you intend to drive.” azdot.gov