How to get a CDL in Missouri

The facts below come from official Missouri sources, checked on October 31, 2026. Fees change: confirm with the state before you pay.

Fees and rules

Issued by: Missouri Department of Revenue (contract license offices); skills tests with Missouri State Highway Patrol/third parties
Learner's permit (CLP) fee: $44 (includes $25 written exam fee)
Knowledge test fee: $25
Skills (road) test fee: $25 (within ~ $83 first-time CDL fee)
CDL license fee: approximately $83 for most first-time applicants with CLP (includes skills test fee)
Minimum age (within the state): 18 for initial Missouri CDL
Test languages: English only (written testing shall only be administered in English)
Where the skills test is given: By appointment only; list of locations on Missouri State Highway Patrol site
Medical card: are required to obtain a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate prior to the issuance of a CLP or CDL
Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT): you must complete Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) from a provider listed on FMCSA's

“Be prepared to pay the $44.00 fee for the commercial learners permit (CLP)” dor.mo.gov

“the written testing shall only be administered in English” dor.mo.gov

“CDL skills testing is available to the public by appointment only.” dor.mo.gov