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Driver's License - Class A - Commercial Driver - Active Military Duty

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As an Active Duty military personnel, you may qualify to upgrade your license to a Commercial Class A license. Your license must be current to upgrade and/or add endorsements. The upgrade is pending the completion of specific knowledge (written) tests, an acceptable Military CDL (Skills) Road Test Waiver (FMCSA).

You are allowed up to one year after discharge to upgrade your license. You must present a current military ID or DD214 papers.

Class A — Any vehicle towing a unit of more than 10,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating with a gross combination weight rating (truck plus trailer) over 26,000 pounds.

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Mail:

Driver and Vehicle Services – Central Office
Town Square Building
445 Minnesota Street, Suite 190
Saint Paul, MN 55101-5190

Email:

Driver Services DVS.driverslicense@state.mn.us

 

Phone:

Commercial Driver’s License: (651) 297-5029
Commercial DL Disqualification: (651) 205-4086
Driver’s License Status: (651) 284-2000 or online
Office Locations: (651) 297-2005
Driver’s Licenses: (651) 297-3298
Schedule a Skills (Road) Test: (651) 284-1000 or online
Assistance for Hearing Impaired Callers (TDD/TTY): (651) 282-6555