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• Do I need an appointment to take my written CDL test or driving test?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Commercial Drivers License

  To obtain a commercial license you must, regardless of state, pass a written test and a road test. CDL Test to Become a CDL Driver Before taking a driving test, you must first pass a written test. Depending on the state, most written tests will take place at local DMV offices, which, generally, don't require an appointment (see accompanying grid). Be sure, however, to allow enough time to complete the exam. Some DMV offices may cut off testing an hour prior to closing. To prepare for the written test, be sure to study your state's CDL manual and to take at least one CDL practice test. All states, regardless of the test site (DMV or third-party examiner) require an appointment for a skills exam.   ..

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• Do I have to take a written CDL test or driving test when I renew my commercial license?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Commercial Drivers License

  A commercial drivers license (CDL) allows you to operate heavy motor vehicles (i.e. truck). You can also transport passengers (i.e. bus driver, van driver) at cost or free of charge after you gain your commercial license. State Test Requirements for Commercial Driver License Renewal Similar to how states require you to renew a regular drivers license, you must also renew your CDL. As a CDL driver and depending on the state you are licensed in, you might have to pass a written and/or a road CDL test to complete your license renewal process. If your state Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office requires that you test to renew your CDL, make sure that you study the CDL manual and take a CDL practice test based on material in the manual. This will increase your chances of passing any required..

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• Do I need to make an appointment to apply for an AL driver license?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Drivers 18 and Older

  Appointments for an AL Drivers License In order to obtain an Alabama drivers license, you must pass a written license test, a driving test, and a vision exam. Tests are given by appointment only at one of several driver license offices. For appointments in Birmingham, contact the Birmingham office directly. Birmingham Driver License Office Tpr. Post 908 Bankhead Hwy West Birmingham, AL 35201 (205) 252-7445 For appointments at all other driver license branches, contact the Alabama Department of Public Safety (DPS). Alabama DPS Driver License Division P.O. Box 1471 Montgomery, AL 36102-1471 (334) 242-4400 Test Preparation In addition to the Alabama Driver Manual, available for download on the DPS website, a free, seven-question practice test is available online through the Unofficial DMV..

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• What is the fee for an AL driver license?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Drivers 18 and Older

  AL Driver License Fees According to the Alabama Department of Public Safety (DPS), the fee for an Alabama drivers license is $23.50, in addition to a $5 test fee. If you fail the test the first time, you must pay another $5 to repeat it. Additional drivers license fees are as follows: Renewal Fees The fee to renew your license is $23.50. You do not have repeat the written or road skills test, unless your license has been expired for more than three years. Transfer Fees The fees for transferring an out-of-state license include the $23.50 license fee, and a $5 transfer fee. The DPS does not require former out-of-state drivers to take a driving test, unless your license has been expired for more than one year. Reinstatement Fees The fees to reinstate an Alabama license are as follows: $100..

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• Do I have to take drivers ed or driver training to get an Alabama driver license?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Drivers 18 and Older

  AL Driver Training Requirements According to the Alabama graduated driver license program, new drivers younger than 18 must complete an approved drivers education course, or 30 hours of supervised driving time, prior to applying for an unrestricted drivers license. For a list of approved drivers ed courses in your area, contact the Alabama Department of Public Safety (DPS). Alabama DPS Driver License Division P.O. Box 303351 Montgomery, AL 36130-3351 (334) 242-4400 Schedule a License Test Appointment After completing the driver training course, or 30 hours of supervised drive time, make an appointment with your local drivers license office to take the required driving test. In addition to the Alabama Driver Manual, available through the AL DPS, a free, seven-question practice test is..

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