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Josef

CDL Transfer

I have a CDL but I’m not working in the industry right now. I’m moving to another state and I want to keep my CDL. Do I need a drug test to transfer my license or only when I get a job? I have a valid medical card. I don’t mind quitting smoking for work. Thanks for your help.

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Josef

06.06.2024

Keep that CDL active, never know when you’ll wanna hit the road again

Orlando

02.19.2024

There is no need to take a drug test to simply switch states as long as your medical care is under control

Declan

09.15.2023

For the transfer, just keep that medical card up to date

Thomas D.

04.10.2023

If you test positive or refuse to take a test, you’ll have to go through a whole process with a substance abuse professional and take some more tests before you can drive again.

Eddie

04.02.2023

I’m not a lawyer or anything, but from what I found on the web, you might need a drug test to transfer your license. It depends on the state you’re moving to and their requirements.

James R.

03.21.2023

I transferred my CDL last year and I didn’t need a drug test because I was working for a company that had me in their random testing pool. I just had to fill out some paperwork and pay a fee at the DMV of the new state

Addie

03.12.2023

You don’t need a drug test to transfer your CDL, but you will need one when you get a job

Benito

03.11.2023

They will make you take some tests and pay some fees. You should do that as soon as possible. You only need a drug test when you work for a company

Fred

03.10.2023

+ You need to transfer your CDL to your new state within 30 to 60 days of moving. You might have to take some tests and pay some fees.

Xander

03.10.2023

Your CDL is valid in all states, but you have to get a new one from the state you moved to.

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