Nebraska CDL Resources

Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

This page collects official CDL resources for Nebraska: the state licensing agency, CDL handbook, testing locations, and renewal information. All links go directly to official Nebraska government sources. Requirements change — always verify current procedures directly with the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

Official resources to check first

Nebraska CDL resources are managed by DMV (dmv.nebraska.gov). Verify current requirements at dmv.nebraska.gov.

CDL Licensing · Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Nebraska CDL — Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) https://dmv.nebraska.gov/cdl/cdl
State Driver Licensing Agency · Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) — Main Website https://dmv.nebraska.gov/

No direct CDL handbook link is listed for Nebraska yet. Visit the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website and look for a "CDL Manual," "Commercial Driver Handbook," or similar link.

CDL licensing through Nebraska DMV

Nebraska CDL applicants apply through the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles. Knowledge tests and CLP issuance are handled at Nebraska DMV offices. The CLP must be held at least 14 days before the CDL skills test. New Class A and Class B applicants must complete ELDT at an FMCSA Training Provider Registry listed provider before taking the skills test. Nebraska uses both state and authorized third-party CDL examiners for the skills test. Confirm current locations, fees, and scheduling at dmv.nebraska.gov.

Nebraska CDL and agricultural trucking

Nebraska is a major grain-producing state with significant commercial vehicle activity in grain and livestock hauling. The federal agricultural exemption under 49 CFR 395.1(k) may apply to qualifying Nebraska agricultural operations, but CDL holders should verify the specific conditions (150 air-mile radius from the source, defined harvest period, commodity restrictions) before assuming HOS relief. Nebraska also has significant over-the-road trucking volume on I-80. CDL holders in interstate commerce are subject to full federal FMCSA compliance. Verify CDL requirements at dmv.nebraska.gov.

Before you apply or renew

These steps apply regardless of state. Verify each requirement directly with the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before beginning the application process.

  • Verify your CDL class (A, B, or C) matches the vehicles you intend to operate.
  • Check whether you need endorsements (HazMat, Tanker, Passenger, School Bus, Doubles/Triples) and confirm state testing requirements for each.
  • Confirm you hold a valid DOT medical certificate (MCSA-5876) and that it is current before applying or renewing.
  • If you are a new CDL applicant, confirm whether ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) applies to your situation — see the ELDT overview.
  • Gather required documents — identity, residency, and any existing license — before visiting a testing location.
  • Confirm current fees and testing appointment availability directly with the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

Medical certificate

CDL holders operating in interstate commerce must carry a current DOT medical certificate issued by a certified medical examiner on the FMCSA National Registry. Nebraska state requirements for submitting or updating medical certification vary — check the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website for the current procedure.

Medical Examiner Search · Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) FMCSA National Registry — Find a Certified Medical Examiner https://nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov/

For Nebraska-specific medical certificate submission procedures, start at the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website .

ELDT — Entry-Level Driver Training

Federal ELDT requirements apply to new Class A and Class B CDL applicants and to certain endorsements. Training must be completed at a provider listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). The Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) does not administer ELDT — training is completed at a registered provider before you schedule the skills test.

Federal references

Important: CDL List collects links to official Nebraska government resources as a reference. We do not maintain state CDL rules, forms, or fees. Requirements change — always verify current procedures directly with the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before taking any action.

Last reviewed: May 29, 2026. Links go to official state agency websites. Verify that your browser shows the official state government domain before submitting any forms or payments.