How often do I need to renew my commercial driver’s license?
You must renew your CDL every 8 years.

Can you mail in your renewal?
No, you must renew your CDL in person at your local Oregon DMV branch.

Am I required to have my vision tested before I can renew my CDL?
After you reach the age of 50, you must have your vision tested when going through the CDL renewal process.

If I have my hazardous materials endorsement, am I required to pass the criminal background check each time I renew my CDL?
Yes. Each time you renew a HazMat endorsement, you must pay for and pass a criminal background check. The hazardous materials (HazMat) endorsement is the only endorsement that requires a criminal background check.

I recently moved. Can I get a CDL with my new address on it?
If you move, have a name change, lose your license, or have it stolen, you can obtain a new commercial driver’s license for a small fee.

How old do I have to be to get an Oregon truck driving job?
You can obtain an intrastate CDL when you are 18, but you can only drive within the state of Oregon. With an interstate CDL, you can haul items throughout the United States but you must be at least 21 years of age to qualify.

I do not have a regular driver’s license. Can I still qualify for a commercial driver’s license?
No, you must have a valid non-commercial driver’s license issued by the state of Oregon before you can obtain a commercial driver’s license.

Do I take the road test at the DMV?
You can take the road test at the DMV, but you can also take it at a third-party location that is licensed by the state of Oregon.

It has been several years since I have worked in the trucking industry. Can I still renew my CDL?
You renew your CDL every 8 years (it used to be every 4 years). To renew your CDL, you must pass appropriate exams. If you have been out of the industry for several years, you may want to take a refresher course at an Oregon truck driving school.

How do I know when it is time to renew my CDL?
The DMV will mail you a reminder as the time approaches, but the expiration date can be found on your license, so you need to renew before then.

Does the written exam change from state to state?
The CDL written exam will vary, depending on what state you take it in. All written exams, no matter what state, must meet federal requirements.