Delaware CDL Fees & Ages

After October 2025 fee increases, the Delaware DMV charges $10 for the Commercial Learner's Permit, $55 for a new or renewed CDL, and $10 for each endorsement or restriction. Confirm current fees on the Delaware DMV Fees page.

Ages

• Intrastate (within Delaware): 18
• Interstate or HazMat: 21

Common fees

• CLP: $10
• CDL (any class): $55
• HazMat (H) endorsement: $10
• Tanker (N) endorsement: $10
• Passenger (P) endorsement: $10
• School Bus (S) endorsement: $10
• Doubles/Triples (T) endorsement: $10
• Tanker + HazMat (X) endorsement: $10
• Skills test (state): varies by examining location
• DOT medical exam: $80–$200 (federal, varies by examiner)
• TSA Security Threat Assessment (HazMat): ~$86.50 (federal)
• ELDT training: market rate, roughly $3,000–$8,000 for a full Class A program

Sources: Delaware CDL Manual PDF (Modernized, Feb 2025) Delaware DMV CDL page Delaware DMV Fees Delaware ELDT info