How to get a CDL in Vermont

Fees and rules

Issued by

Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

Learner's permit (CLP) fee

$18 (1 year)

Knowledge test fee

$39

Skills (road) test fee

$39 road test plus $29 scheduling deposit (deposit applied to license fees if you pass)

CDL license fee

$72 (2 years) or $108 (4 years)

CLP is valid for

1 year, no renewals

Minimum age (within the state)

18 (21 for interstate)

Where the skills test is given

Vermont DMV examiners, by appointment

Medical card

Must meet FMCSA medical standards; keep Medical Examiner's Certificate current

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Required for first-time CDL applicants, HazMat endorsements and upgrades (FMCSA-approved provider)

Official sources

“CDL, Knowledge Test – $39.00” dmv.vermont.gov

“CDL, Road Test (Scheduling Deposit) – $29.00” dmv.vermont.gov

“A Commercial Learner's Permit will be valid for one year from the date of issue.” dmv.vermont.gov

“18+ for CLP and intrastate CDL” dmv.vermont.gov

“Medical Examiner's Certificate must be kept current.” dmv.vermont.gov

“Required for first-time CDL applicants, HazMat endorsements, and upgrades.” dmv.vermont.gov

“A scheduling deposit fee must be submitted to the Department before you may make an appointment for the skills test.” dmv.vermont.gov