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    Transfer a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) from Another State

    All new residents with out-of-state CDL's must obtain a PA CDL within 30 days of establishing Pennsylvania residency. To apply, you must appear in person at one of our Drivers License Centers.

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    Overview

    If you are a new resident of Pennsylvania and want a CDL, you must surrender all valid out-of-state CDLs. The Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act only allows one valid license.

    Returning Pennsylvania residents must meet the same ID and residency rules as new residents.

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      Surrender all valid out-of-state CDLs

      If you are a new resident of Pennsylvania and want a CDL, you must surrender all valid out-of-state CDLs. The Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act only allows one valid license at any time. Additionally, Pennsylvania can prohibit issuance of driver license products to an out-of-state address.

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      Fill out the necessary paperwork

      Fill out an Application for Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License by Out-of-State CDL Driver (DL-180RCD) and a Self-Certification Form (DL-11CD).

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      Go to a Driver License Center

      Go to a Driver License Center with the following:

      If your name has changed due to marriage, divorce, or court order, bring your original documents to a Driver License Center. These documents should show the change.