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==Procedure==
#Gather all documents you will need to submit in order to obtain a commercial driver's license.
#Go to your preferred [http://www.dmv.org/al-alabama/dmv-office-finder.php CDL licensing office].
#Bring with you all the required documents.
#Present and submit the documents to the licensing officer.
#Take the knowledge test.
#Take the driving skills test.
#Self-certify your type of vehicle operation with the Alabama DPS. (Non-Excepted Interstate, Excepted Interstate, Non-Excepted Intrastate, Excepted Intrastate)
#If you choose Non-Excepted Interstate, you must, in addition to a completed self-certified application, provide the DPS with a federal medical certificate.
#Submit your self-certification certificate [https://dps.alabama.gov/CDL/Default.aspx online], or by completing an [http://dps.alabama.gov/Documents/Forms/CDLSelfCertificationAffidavit.pdf application] and either faxing it to (334) 353-1980, or mailing it to: Alabama Department of Public Safety Driver License Division CDL Unit P.O. Box 1471 Montgomery, AL 36102-1471

Note: Transportation Security Administration background check will be conducted if you are transferring or obtaining a hazardous materials endorsement.

==Required Documents==
*Current driver license.
*Social Security card. '''*'''
*If transferring from out of state, applicant must present one document from the [http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfContent.aspx?ID=30&PLH1=plhDriverLicense-DocumentRequirementsAndFees#ID primary] list (in addition to the Social Security number document).
*Current Department of Transportation long medical form (unless medically exempt).
*Proof of insurance

'''Notes:'''

Social Security Verification '''*'''
*Social Security card (original).
*Certified letter on letterhead from the Social Security Administration stating applicants name and number.
*U.S. military identification card.
*U.S. military form DD 214.
*Medicare/Medicaid identification card (if Social Security number is followed by the letter A).
*W2 tax form.

==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''Alabama Department of Public Safety''' 
301 South Ripley St. 
Montgomery, AL 36104 
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1511, Montgomery, AL 36102 
Phone:(334) 242-4371 
[http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfSubmitComments.aspx?ID=30 Email] 
[http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/Default.aspx Website] 

'''Driver License Division''' 
P.O. Box 1471 
Montgomery, AL 36102 
Phone:(334) 242-4400 
[http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfSubmitComments.aspx?ID=30 Email] 
[http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfContentTableDB.aspx?ID=30&PLH1=DLOFFICES Driver License Offices and Schedules] 

==Eligibility==
Holders of a valid driver's license.

For applicants who are not U.S. citizens, you must legally be in permanent status in the United States and domiciled in Alabama.

==Fees==
*Knowledge Tests: $25.00
*Skills test if upgrading a license or first-time applicant (test by appointment only): $20.00
*Class A license: $53.50
*Class B license: $43.50
*Class C license: $23.50
*Commercial learner license: $23.50

Notes:
*The Alabama Department of Public Safetys Driver License Division does not accept checks. Cash or money orders are accepted.
*License fees are subject to change and may be slightly higher in counties where local legislation permits a higher fee.

==Validity==
Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

==Documents to Use==
*[http://dps.alabama.gov/Documents/Forms/CDLSelfCertificationAffidavit.pdf CDL Self Certification Affidavit Form.]
*[http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/docs/Medical_Examination_Report_for_Commercial_Driver_Fitness_Determination_649-F%286045%29.pdf Medical Examination Report]

==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents which would help other people who would like to follow this procedure.

==Processing Time==
Please explain the processing your application.

==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
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e.g In the following url "http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M" Video ID is "Y0US7oR_t3M".

==Instructions==
If you drive a commercial vehicle that falls into one of the following classifications, you must secure an Alabama Commercial Driver License (CDL):

*'''Class A''': This classification applies only to "combination" vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) exceeding 26,000 pounds, provided the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed exceeds 10,000 pounds. The holder of a Class A license, which includes any appropriate endorsements, may operate all vehicles included in Class B, C, and D
*'''Class B''': This class includes single or combination vehicles where the GVWR of the single vehicle exceeds 26,000 pounds. The vehicle in tow must not exceed 10,000 pounds. Class B licensees, with appropriate endorsements, may drive all vehicles in Class C or D.
*'''Class C''': Vehicles designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver, and vehicles placarded for hazardous materials, that do not meet the criteria for Class A or B above fall under this classification and may drive all vehicles in Class D.

CDL Endorsements are required for double/triple trailers, tanker vehicles, passenger vehicles and vehicles placarded for hazardous materials. If a hazardous material endorsement is required.

Commercial Drivers Manuals and information are available at your local driver license office, or you may [http://dps.alabama.gov/Documents/Manuals/CDLManual.pdf download the manual online]. Click on the link, to [http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfContentTableDB.aspx?ID=30&PLH1=DLOFFICES view a list of driver license examination sites].

==Required Information==
A list which displays the kind of information which is required to complete the procedure.
e.g.
1. Date of Birth.
2. City or County of Birth.

==Need for the Document==
Following are procedures on how you can obtain a commercial driving license.

==Information which might help==
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==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

==External Links==
*DPS Alabama:
:http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfContent.aspx?ID=30&PLH1=plhDriverLicense-DocumentRequirementsAndFees
*Frequently asked questions - driver's license:
:http://dps.alabama.gov/Home/wfContent.aspx?ID=30&PLH1=plhDriverLicense-FAQ#anchor851895
*Frequently asked questions - CDL Self certification:
:https://dps.alabama.gov/CDL/Documents/CDLSelfCertification-Q&A.pdf

==Others==
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