Illinois CDL Fees & Ages

Illinois Secretary of State charges $50 for the Commercial Learner's Permit and $60 for the CDL. Endorsement and skills test fees are not listed in a single public table; check the ilsos.gov fees page or a local CDL facility for current amounts.

Ages

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

Common fees

• CLP: $50
• CDL (any class): $60
• 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: Illinois CDL Study Guide (DSD CDL 10) Illinois SOS CDL Overview Illinois SOS ELDT page Illinois SOS Fees