Renew a CDL[1] 
WARNING: Your Standard CDL will not be accepted as proof of identification to board a domestic flight after October 1 , 2020. If you plan to travel and don't have a Passport , we recommend you upgrade to an Enhanced or REAL ID when you renew. Learn more about Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents [2]. Don't delay! Get your Enhanced or REAL ID today. 

You must renew at a DMV office 
You must come to a DMV office [3] to renew a commercial driver license CDL or commercial license permit CLP. Complete this guide to make sure you have the proofs of identification you need before coming. Find your proofs [4 ] You will receive a temporary license to use until your new license arrives by mail within 10 business days. 

What you need to renew a CDL 
In addition meeting the requirements to renew any type of driver license [5], to renew your CDL , you will need to Meet the federal medical certification requirements [6]. You will need to indicate compliance when you answer the required questions on the MV-2CDL which is included with your renewal notice. Have proof of your legal presence in the United States on DMV records. The DMV Document Guide [4] lists all acceptable legal presence and New York State residence proof documents. Please note: You must provide us the original documents (not photocopies), and documents submitted as proof of residence must have your current residence address on it (no P.O. Box permitted). If you are a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident , you will only need to provide this proof on the first original, amendment, reciprocity or renewal application on or after June 18 , 2015. We will retain the proof on your driving record. If you are temporary visitor , you will need to provide proof of legal presence in the U.S. with every application. Your new document will have the legend NON - DOMICILED and also TEMPORARY VISITOR and the expiration date of your legal status in the United States printed on it. If you indicate the driv

user: Where can I renew my CDL? 

assistant: You must renew at a DMV office, but it will not be accepted as proof of identification to board a domestic flight after October first. 

user: if I can no longer use my CDL as identification for flight purposes, what should I use if I do not have a passport? 

assistant: It is recommended that you upgrade to an Enhanced or REAL ID when you renew. 

user: Are REAL ID's available now? 

assistant: Yes, you can get your Enhanced or REAL ID today. 

user: What are the renewal fees for CDLs? 

assistant: The fees for the photo document and the supplemental Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District are the basic fees.  There could possibly be additional fees. 

assistant: How much additional would it cost me if I am combining with a motorcycle Class MJ? 

user: A motorcycle Class MJ would add an additional $8 to the total of your fees. 

user: Do I need to meet the federal medical certification requirements every time I renew my CDL? 

assistant: If you are a US citizen or lawful permanent resident you will only need to provide the required proofs on the first, original, amendment, reciprocity or renewal application on or after June 18, 2015.  The proof will be retained on your driving record.