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: Hello, I have several questions about renewing a CDL. 

assistant: Then you've come to the right place. I have to warn you though, your Standard CDL will not be accepted as proof of identification to board a domestic flight after October 1, 2020.

assistant: Do you plan to travel, but you don't have a passport?

user: Yes, that is the case. Unfortunately.

assistant: Then we recommend you upgrade to an Enhanced or REAL ID when you renew.

user: Talking about renewal, can I renew the CDL at the local DMV office?

assistant: Yes. You must come to a DMV office 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.

user: What if I have an open suspension or revocation?

assistant: Then I'm afraid we will reject your application.

user: Oh, that's a bummer. What if I'm a temporary visitor?

assistant: In that case 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.

user: Wait, what if I have the driving type "non-excepted interstate" on my renewal?

assistant: Then you must provide a legible copy of your current USDOT Medical Examiner s Certificate to DMV if it is not already on file. Please see Federal Requirements for Commercial Driver License CDL Applicants (MV-44.5) to help you determine your driving type.