Can I get a CDL?

A straight-talk self-check across the things that actually decide it: your age and residency, your health, your driving record, and drug & alcohol history. Two minutes, no account. This is guidance — not an official determination.

1 · The basics

How old are you?

Under 1818–2021 or older

I'm a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with a Social Security number

2 · Health & the DOT physical

Check any that apply. Most of these are not automatic disqualifiers — they just have a path.

Insulin-treated diabetes

A vision condition

A hearing condition

Epilepsy or a seizure disorder

Moderate-to-severe sleep apnea

High blood pressure

3 · Your driving record

A DUI/OVI conviction in the last year (any vehicle)Another major offense in the last year (refusing a test, leaving the scene, felony use of a CMV)Two or more major offenses, ever (any combination)Multiple serious violations (15+ over, reckless, etc.) in the last 3 years

4 · Drug & alcohol history

I'm currently in “Prohibited” status in the FMCSA ClearinghouseI currently use marijuana (medical or recreational)A current clinical diagnosis of alcoholism

5 · Hazmat (optional)I want the Hazmat (H) endorsement

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