Changing CDL from one state to another

For information you would be best calling the State you are moving too. Others may have done this from the same states but when did they do this? Rules and regulations change.

When you call them, ask them to provide a URL or DMV site telling you what they will do. Those who answer the phone could not know all, but they should.

You are going to get a variety of answers here, but none will be accepted by WI DMV.

You can always E-mail them with the questions you have about the Written, Eye, Driving, Endorsements and other questions. This would be the easier route, but will take a few business days.

 

http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/license-drvs/how-to-apply/ooslicense.aspx

New residents of Wisconsin must apply for a Wisconsin driver license:

• If you have a regular Class D and or Class M license (autos and motorcycles), you must apply for a Wisconsin driver license within 60 days of establishing Wisconsin residency.
• If you have a Class A, B or C Commercial Driver License (CDL), you must apply for your Wisconsin CDL license within 30 days of establishing Wisconsin residency.
• The interactive driver licensing guide is a helpful tool for those looking for information on driver licensing requirements. The guide will provide you with a checklist of requirements, and allow you to pre-fill any required application(s). Depending on your eligibility you may also be able to use the guide to electronically submit your application and schedule an appointment with the DMV for expedited service.

Licensing requirements:

• You must be at least 16 years old.
• If under 18 years of age:
  • You must have held an instruction permit or previous license for at least six months and been violation free for the 6 months prior to applying for your Wisconsin license.
  • You must prove that you have completed an approved driver education course which includes classroom and behind the wheel training.
• You must apply for a Wisconsin driver license in person at a DMV customer service center.
• When you appear at a Wisconsin DMV customer service center, you will:
  • Have your photo taken
  • Complete the Wisconsin Driver License Application form MV3001 ahead of time
  • Pass a vision and hearing screening
  • A written and/or driving exam may be required (see tests required/driving with a disability).
  • Surrender your out-of-state driver license and/or identification card
  • Pay the appropriate fee
• Existing medical conditions may require a Medical Examination Report.

What documentation must you to bring to DMV?

• The following documentation is required to obtain a Wisconsin driver license that does not comply with Real ID Act of 2005:
  • Proof of name and date of birth
  • Proof of identity
  • Proof of citizenship or legal status in the U.S.
  • Proof of Wisconsin residency
• The following additional documentation is required to obtain a Wisconsin driver license that does comply with the Real ID Act of 2005:
  • REAL ID - new federal requirements
  • Proof of Social Security Number
  • Proof of name change(s)
• The BDS316 provides a list of documents that are acceptable by Wisconsin DMV to apply for a driver license or ID card.
• If you have been previously convicted of a serious driving offense, you may be required to provide proof if insurance under the Safety Responsibility law
  • Proof of insurance

Tests required?
If you have not held a valid driver license in more than 8 years, you will need to successfully complete the law knowledge test, highway sign recognition test and a driving skills test.

Drivers missing a limb will be required to take a full driving skill test (known as a 'special exam' skills test) if they have not previously passed a road test after the limb was lost. Drivers with other physical or medical conditions will also be required to take appropriate tests ('special exam' tests, which may include the knowledge and signs tests) if there is question as to their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

License type issued
A Class D probationary license, valid for two (2) years from your next birthday, is issued to new residents who surrender a license equivalent to Class D and:

• The surrendered license has been expired more than 6 months OR
• The applicant is under 21 years of age OR
• The applicant has less than three years of licensed driving experience

A Class D regular license, valid for eight (8) years, is issued to all others.

All Driver Licenses are mailed
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation began mailing all driver licenses and ID cards in 2012. This is done for two reasons:

1. REAL ID, (a federal law) requires substantial changes in security features on the card and in facilities that produce cards. Wisconsin cannot meet these requirements issuing driver licenses and IDs over-the-counter.
2. Mailing all products helps prevent and detect fraud and identity theft by requiring a valid address and allowing extra security precautions to be taken prior to issuing the actual product. Delivery by mail is consistent with other documents, such as credit cards, car titles, birth certificates and passports.

Customers will leave the DMV customer service center with a paper receipt that is valid for 45 days. The receipt, including your photo, is acceptable photo identification and serves as your license or ID until your card arrives in the mail. You should receive your driver license or ID within 10 business days. Mail cannot be forwarded to an address that was not on your application form. All undeliverable mail will be returned to DMV.

Additional information
If you were convicted of a serious driving offense, such as Operating While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving or Attempting to Elude an Officer in another state, Wisconsin DMV must obtain conviction information regarding the serious offense from the state where the offense occurred. When the required information is received, you will be notified in writing if you are eligible for a Wisconsin driver license.

If you apply for a Wisconsin driver license and have been convicted of an alcohol or other drug related offense in another state within the last four (4) years, you must provide proof that you are in compliance with the assessment and/or alcohol or drug education or treatment program ordered by the other state. This law applies even if you have met all the requirements in the state where you were convicted of the alcohol or other drug related offense.

Driving privilege suspended or revoked in another state
If you are a returning Wisconsin license holder, you may be able to apply for a duplicate or renewed Wisconsin license.

• Visitors from a foreign country who wish to drive in Wisconsin
• Wisconsin residents who wish to drive in a foreign country

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Driver Information Section
P.O. Box 7983
Madison, WI 53707-7983

Email Wisconsin DMV email service
Phone (608) 264-7447
Fax (608) 267-3812

 

About REAL ID

• Congress passed the REAL ID Act of 2005 (Pub. L. 109-13, 119 Stat. 231) in an effort to strengthen the security, authentication and issuance standards for state driver licenses and ID cards.

What it means for you

• At some point within the next five years, it is expected that federal agencies will only accept for official federal purposes* a driver license or ID issued in compliance with the REAL ID Act.
• To assure that Wisconsin driver license and ID holders can continue to use their licenses and IDs for federal official purposes.

*Federal official purposes are defined as:

• • boarding federally regulated commercial aircraft
  • accessing federal facilities that require identification to enter
  • entering nuclear power plants

You decide whether or not you need one – Wisconsin offers a choice

• Wisconsin is issuing both REAL ID-compliant and non-compliant driver licenses and ID cards.
• The cards will look similar.
• The cost for either card is the same.

Which should you choose?

• At some point within the next five years, it is expected that federal agencies will only accept for official federal purposes* a driver license or ID issued in compliance with the REAL ID Act, so that decision is based on whether you plan to use your driver license or ID card as identification for federal official purposes (see above).
• If you have a valid U.S. passport or another acceptable form of federal identification, you can use that for identification, rather than a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card. View list of Transportation Safety Administration approved documents.
• If you do not apply for a REAL ID-compliant card and change your mind, you can still apply for one at a later time.

There is no reason to rush out to get a REAL ID-compliant card
The law is being phased in over several years. Most people will be able to wait until their driver license or ID card is up for renewal before applying for a REAL ID-compliant card.
Wisconsin REAL ID-compliant and non-compliant driver licenses and ID cards will look similar

• They will be made of the same materials; offer the same security features designed to prevent tampering, counterfeiting or duplication; contain the same information; and have the same general appearance.
• The only significant difference is a star verification mark on the front of the card in the upper, right-hand corner of the REAL ID-compliant card.

For more information:
The interactive driver licensing guide is a helpful tool for those looking for information on driver licensing, commercial driver licensing or Identification (ID card) requirements. The guide will provide you with a checklist of requirements, and allow you to pre-fill any required application(s). Depending on your eligibility you may also be able to use the guide to electronically submit your application and schedule an appointment with the DMV for expedited service.

Documentation

• Eligibility and requirements
• Getting a driver license
• Handbooks and manuals
• New residents
• Renewal information

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Driver Information Section
P.O. Box 7983
Madison, WI 53707-7983

Email Wisconsin DMV email service
Phone (608) 264-7447
Fax (608) 267-3812

 

http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/com-drv-vehs/cdl-how-aply/cdloverview.aspx

Wisconsin CDL law requires:

• A classified licensing system.
• Issuance of only one license to each driver.
• Proof of Citizenship or Legal Status in the U.S. Effective March 1, 2015 persons with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) will be required to provide proof of legal status upon original (first time) issuance, renewal, transferring an out of state license or when adding or removing a class, endorsement or restriction.
• Testing of commercial drivers, who must pass a knowledge test and driving skills test in the type of vehicle they drive.
  • School bus drivers are required to pass a knowledge test and abbreviated driving skills test at each renewal in addition to providing proof of physical fitness in the form of a completed MV3030B or valid Federal Medical Certificate. Drivers are also required to complete the School Bus Endorsement Application MV3740.
  • Hazardous materials (Hazmat) drivers who are renewing, transferring or applying for the "H" endorsement for the first time require a background check, including fingerprinting. Drivers are also required to complete the Hazardous Materials Endorsement Application MV3735, pass the "H" knowledge test and provide proof of Citizenship or Legal Status in the U.S. at the time of testing.
• Enforcement of the law through the Commercial Driver License Information System (CDLIS), a computer network of all states.
• Enforcement of CDL disqualifications for alcohol and serious traffic violations such as a BAC of .04 in a commercial motor vehicle, and speeding in excess (15 mph or more) in a commercial motor vehicle.

 

Heyjude....Did you find your answer? I moved from Michigan to Tx. & I'm wondering do I have to take my CDL school bus over to drive a school bus in Texas?

 

Heyjude....Did you find the answer to your question? I moved from Michigan to Texas and was wondering if I have to redo my CDL for my school bus endorsement in order to drive a school bus in Texas?

 

When I moved to Arkansas, showed up at the revenuer. Surrendered Maryland Class A CDL, got a eye test, written tests for all endorsements, air brake, combination and general knowledge, pass all of that, turned in paperwork related to my new residence, marital status etc, get a photo taken, turn over a bunch of cash and sign a few affidavits.

30 minutes later a full bore Arkansas Trucker with a CDL ready to go. That was like back in 98 I think it was. What a year that was...

A year later Maryland attached a warrant to my body saying I need to choose which state to hold my voting card in. Oh. Canceled the Maryland Voting card and established a new one in Arkansas. And that's about it. Wheels of government turns really slow but they do turn.

 

Just buy some white out and cover up the Michigan and write in Texas,you’ll be good to go