How to Get a CDL Permit in Oregon

You'll need an Oregon Class C driver's license already, proof of your full legal name, citizenship or lawful permanent residence, identity, date of birth, and residence address, plus your Social Security number.

You must be at least 18 to drive intrastate only, or 21 to drive across state lines or transport hazardous materials — federal minimums applied nationwide.

Pass the General Knowledge test at $10 per attempt, plus combination-vehicle and air-brake tests if applicable to your class and training vehicle. Oregon's CDL knowledge tests are given in English only.

Pay the $40 CLP application fee. Since results are only valid for 6 months, complete the rest of your application within that window or you'll need to retake the tests.

A first-time Class A or B applicant, anyone upgrading from Class B to A, or anyone adding a passenger, school bus, or hazmat endorsement for the first time must complete entry-level driver training (ELDT) through an FMCSA-registered provider.

Line this training up early, since the CDL application can't proceed until it's documented.

Schedule your skills test with a Third Party CDL Tester — Oregon uses outside testers for this step rather than DMV staff directly.

Passing gets you your Class A, B, or C license, with any endorsements reflecting the additional tests you passed along the way.