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Commercial driver's license (CDL)

With every CLP/CDL application, beginning March 20, 2025

The driver will need to provide the following documentation at the time of application: 

Proof of U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence or non-domicile document
A name change document is needed if the name on above document is different than what is on the application.

  • U.S. passport or birth certificate
  • Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship
  • Report or Certificate of Birth Abroad (FS-545, DS-1350, FS-240)
  • Unexpired permanent resident card (form I-551)
  • Unexpired employment authorization document with photo
  • Unexpired foreign passport accompanied by an approved Customs and Border Protection (CPB) I-94 arrival/departure record
  • Unexpired temporary I-551 stamp on form I-94

One proof of Minnesota address

  • Government issued tax form (W2 for prior tax year)
  • Current lease agreement
  • Mortgage document or purchase agreement
  • Vehicle title issued within the past year
  • Current military orders
  • Property tax statement for current year
  • Paystub not older than 60 days
  • One of the following utility bills issued within the last 60 days: Gas, electric, garbage or water            

Medical self-certification

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