Apply for, update, or transfer your CDL
Non-domicile changes effective February 13, 2018
We've implemented a temporary workaround for non-domiciled Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders that will need to renew their CDL between February – September 2018.
There have been changes for CDL drivers who aren't United States citizens. If you have a CDL and have an:
- Unexpired Employment Authorization Document (EAD)
- or
- Unexpired foreign passport with an approved unexpired I-94 form
We'll issue you a non-domiciled CDL for 1 year.
If you have an unexpired Commercial License Permit (CLP) you can apply for a CDL if you meet all other requirements to hold a CDL. See Steps to getting a CDL. All documents must be approved and valid (not expired) at the time we issue your CDL.
When you apply, upgrade, or transfer your CDL, visit a driver licensing office location, and if you haven't already, you'll need to:
- Show your valid OOS, or Washington driver license
- Provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency
- Submit CDL medical documents
- Complete self-certification
- Take required knowledge tests. See hazardous materials endorsement (HME) for other requirements for HME.
- Get a CLP (applies if skills test is needed)
- Pay the fees
Always verify the document we issue you is correct. If you have questions, please ask us.
- At the time of transferring to WA, if you don't transfer the OOS CDL, you'll be required to meet all WA CDL requirements to get a CDL. See Steps to getting a CDL.
- If you upgrade your CDL, make sure you've taken all required knowledge tests before we issue your CLP. If you don't you'll have to:
- Get another CLP
- Wait 14 days to take a skills test
Related information
Questions? Need help?
- Email us: CustomerCare@dol.wa.gov
- Call us: 360.902.3900
