There are currently road test cancellations or DMV offices closed for in-person services. See our “Cancellations, Closings and Delays” page for more information.
In addition to meeting the requirements to renew any type of driver license, to renew your CDL you will need to:
You will need to indicate compliance when you answer the required questions on the MV-2CDL which is included with your renewal notice. See information about the Federal Medical Certification Requirements.
The DMV Document Guide lists all acceptable legal presence and New York State residence proof documents.
If you are not changing your address: Attach a photocopy of your license document to satisfy the New York State residency requirement.
If you must renew in person at a DMV office: You must present original copies of your residence proof and legal presence documentation.
If you are a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident: You will only need to provide this proof on the first (original, amendment, reciprocity, or renewal) application on or after June 18, 2015. We will retain the proof on your driving record. If you have not provided these documents, you may submit photocopies with your mail-in renewal.
If you are a temporary visitor: You will need to provide proof of legal presence in the U.S. with every application. Your new document will have the legend “NON-DOMICILED” and also “TEMPORARY VISITOR” and the expiration date of your legal status in the United States printed on it. If you are renewing by mail, you can submit photocopies of your legal presence proof documents.
If you indicate NI (Non-excepted Interstate) or NA (Non-excepted Intrastate) on your renewal: You must provide a legible copy of your current USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate to DMV if it is not already on file. Please see Federal Requirements for Commercial Driver License (CDL) Applicants (PDF) (MV-44.5) to help you determine your driving type.
Per Federal regulations, the DMV will check for any open suspensions or revocations you have in any state. If you have an open suspension or revocation, we will reject your application.