Florida (FL) CDL Practice Tests

Florida (FL) CDL permit applicants can use this 5-question practice quiz to review core concepts and get ready for the Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) knowledge exam.

Florida CDL Practice Tests: General Knowledge, Combination Vehicle & Air Brakes

Drivers preparing for a Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) should practice using three core CDL tests that mirror the written exams required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). These practice tests reinforce topics you’ll see on the official knowledge exams.

• General Knowledge CDL Practice Test
• Combination Vehicle CDL Practice Test
• Air Brakes CDL Practice Test

Combining CDL practice tests with the Florida CDL Handbook can help you prepare for the written knowledge exams and the skills test. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Preparing for the Florida CDL Exam

Commercial driver licensing standards are set at the federal level by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Each state administers its own knowledge and skills exams. In Florida, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) manages CDL testing and licensing requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

The official Florida CDL Handbook, published by FLHSMV, covers commercial license information, test content, and requirements:

• Florida CDL Handbook (PDF)

The Florida CDL manual includes information on all commercial license classes:

• Class A CDL
• Class B CDL
• Class C CDL

Florida CDL Eligibility Requirements

Age Requirements:
You must be at least 18 years old to obtain a CDL for intrastate (Florida-only) driving. If you are under 21, you will be restricted to intrastate operation only. To operate interstate or transport hazardous materials, you must be at least 21. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Valid Driver’s License and Residency

You must hold a valid Florida Class E driver’s license (or equivalent out-of-state license) and meet residency requirements as defined by FLHSMV. Proof of Florida residency is required and typically includes documentation such as a Florida driver’s license held for at least six months, a Florida voter registration card, or other accepted proof of Florida domicile. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Medical Certification

All Florida CDL applicants must meet FMCSA medical certification requirements, which include passing a DOT physical with an approved medical examiner. Medical certification is required before a CDL or Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) can be issued. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

FMCSA Medical Certification Requirements

Knowledge Tests and Endorsements

Applicants must pass written knowledge tests for general CDL topics and any additional modules required for the license class or endorsements (such as air brakes or combination vehicles). Knowledge tests are offered in multiple languages, although the hazardous materials (HazMat) test must be taken in English. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Common endorsements include:

• Hazardous Materials (H)
• Tank Vehicles (N)
• Passenger (P)
• School Bus (S)

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements apply to first-time CDL applicants, those upgrading to Class A from Class B, and applicants adding certain endorsements for the first time. ELDT must be completed and verified in the FMCSA Training Provider Registry before taking the CDL skills test. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

FMCSA Training Provider Registry

Background Checks

Hazardous Materials endorsements require a federal TSA background check and fingerprinting in addition to state requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Florida CDL Application Process

To obtain a CDL in Florida, applicants must:

• Hold a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Submit proof of Florida residency and identity documentation.
• Pass required written knowledge tests.
• Hold a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) for at least 14 days before taking skills tests.
• Complete ELDT if required.
• Pass the CDL skills tests (pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills, and on-road driving). :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) official information

Florida CDL Fees

Florida CDL fees are set by the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and may vary by transaction type and endorsements. Fees often include a base license fee and separate charges for endorsements and exams. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

• Original or Renewal CDL License: Approximately $75.00–$81.25 (varies by service location and specific license class)
• Commercial Learner Permit (CLP): Same base fee as CDL issuance in many cases
• Endorsement Fee: $7.00 per endorsement
• Hazardous Materials (H) Background Check/Fingerprint Fee: ~$91.00 (federal TSA fee)
• Knowledge Test Fee: Additional test fees may apply (often $6.25–$16.25 depending on re-tests and location)
• Skills Test Fees: Additional testing fees may apply, often set by third-party testing providers

Because Florida CDL fees can vary depending on the local tax collector or FLHSMV office and service fees, applicants should always confirm current fees with the office where they plan to apply. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

View the official Florida CDL fee schedule