What steps must be taken to apply for a Texas CDL?
• Present sufficient proof of identity. This consists of either one piece of primary identification, two pieces of secondary identification, or multiple pieces of supporting identification. The first two categories are clear-cut, but supporting identification will be accepted only at the discretion of the license examiner. (See question 7 for further details on documentation.) • Provide proof of your Social Security number. • If you own your own commercial vehicle, proof of registration and liability insurance must be provided. • You must complete the necessary application forms at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office. These forms may vary depending on the types of endorsements you seek. • Pay the required fee. Each special endorsement and any related testing may require its own fee. (See question 4 for more information on endorsements.) • Pass the vision exam. • Pass the written tests, including any special testing for the various available endorsements. • Pass the skills tes
