CDL Transfers, Renewals and Upgrades
You must apply for these transactions in person at a CDL Office.
Out-of-State Transfers
If you have a valid CDL from another state and become a resident of Nevada, you must transfer your license within 30 days.
- Provide Proof of Identity and Residency
- Provide a copy of your medical examination if required per your self-certification
- Certify you have only one license and that your license is not currently revoked, suspended, or canceled in any state, nor subject to any of these actions
- Surrender your current license
- Complete an Application for Commercial Driving Privileges (CDL-002)
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Proof of Identity and Residency
Proof of Identity
Proof of Name Change(s)
Proof of Social Security Number
Proof of Nevada Residential Address
Veterans
Honorably-discharged U.S. military veterans may have a Veteran designation placed on their license or ID.
Present your DD-214 or other evidence of honorable discharge.
Renewals
To renew your Nevada CDL, you need to apply in person at a CDL office and:
- Complete an Application for Commercial Driving Privileges (CDL-002)
English | Spanish | Tagalog - Pass the CDL general knowledge test if you have been convicted of 2 or more moving violations in a CMV within the previous four years
- Pass any other required tests if testing is required
- Pass the Nevada general knowledge test if you have had 3 or more moving violations in a non-CMV within the previous four years (CDL and Non-CDL citations may be counted)
- If you have a hazardous materials endorsement and wish to retain it on your CDL, you must pass the hazardous materials knowledge test and the federally required background check
Learner Permit Renewals
A Commercial Learner's Permit is valid for 180 days from the date of issuance. Permits can be renewed, but you may have to retake tests.
Plan ahead and avoid these pitfalls:
- If you renew your CLP, you will need to retake all CDL skills tests even if you have passed one or more portions. Skills tests may not be banked.
- If your CLP is expired for more than 30 days, you must retake all knowledge tests.
- If you renew your CLP a second time, you must retake all knowledge tests.
Upgrades
If you wish to change the class, add an endorsement or remove a restriction (L, E, O or Z) on your CDL and the upgrade or change requires a skills test, you will need to do the following: