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For a complete list of acceptable documents, visit [flhsmv.gov/whattobring](flhsmv.gov/whattobring).  \n􀂈 Written exams are administered by appointment only for Manatee County residents. Visit [taxcollector.com](taxcollector.com) to schedule an appointment to take all written exams required for the desired license class. The first attempt for each exam is $6 .25; each retake costs $16.25 per exam. There is a maximum of two attempts per day per exam. There is a sixty  \n(60) minute time limit on all written exams completed in our office. If they are not completed by that time , your test(s) will be terminated and retake fees will apply. Allow yourself enough time to complete the applicable exams. Please study the CDL handbook ([flhsmv.gov/resources/](flhsmv.gov/resources/)) .  \n\n| 􀂄 Class A\u003Cbr>Combination vehicle 26,001 lbs GVWR or more\u003Cbr>towing a trailer 10,000 lbs GVWR or more | 􀂄 Class B\u003Cbr>Single vehicle 26,001 lbs\u003Cbr>GVWR or more | 􀂄 Class C\u003Cbr>Single vehicle 26,000 lbs GVWR\u003Cbr>or less that requires a Passenger or Hazmat Endorsement |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| 􀁸 General Knowledge (50 questions)\u003Cbr>􀁸 Combination Vehicles (20 questions)\u003Cbr>􀁸 Air Brakes (25 questions) | 􀁸 General Knowledge (50 questions)\u003Cbr>􀁸 Air Brakes (25 questions) | 􀁸 General Knowledge (50 questions) |\n\n**If you do not take the Air Brakes written exam, your CDL will be issued with a 1 restriction, which limits you to operating commercial vehicles without air brakes.  \n􀂈 Pass all written exams required for any desired endorsements.  \n􀁸 Tanker (N) -20 questions  \n􀁸 Passenger (P) -20 questions  \n􀁸 School Bus (S) -20 questions  \n􀁸 Double/Triple Trailer (T) -20 questions  \n􀁸  Hazmat (H)– 30 questions  \n􀂈 You are required to purchase a CDL Instructional Permit for $6.25 that would allow you to practice in a vehicle for your desired license class (with restrictions and endorsements) for up to 365 days with a 21 year or older driver who holds a CDL equivalent to or higher than the classification indicated on your permit (including any applicable endorsements); he/she must occupy the front seat closest to the driver. You are required to hold the permit for 14 business days before you are permitted to complete any skills testing. You must also self-certify your driving status and provide a current medical certification card, if required by your selected status. For additional information, visit [flhsmv.gov](flhsmv.gov).  \n􀂈 You must take and pass your CDL Driving Skills Road Skills Test through an approved provider. (If you do not pass your CDL Driving Skills Road Test within 365 days, you will be required to retest.) Once completed, an appointment is required to return to our off","cbCaigh0hQn3EyCn","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaigh0hQn3EyCn","pdf",259834,"English","# Upgrade requirements\n## Pre-qualifications\n## Written exams and fees\n## Class and endorsement testing\n## Air brakes restriction\n## Instructional permit and road skills test\n## Residency and appointment policy","[{\"question\":\"What are the main pre-qualifications to upgrade to a Florida CDL?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants must be Florida residents with proof of Social Security Number, meet age rules for interstate driving, have an eligible driving record, present required medical certification, pass vision/hearing testing, and provide Real ID documents for citizenship/legal presence and related information.\"},{\"question\":\"How do written CDL exams work, including scheduling and fees?\",\"answer\":\"Written exams are appointment-only for Manatee County residents. The first attempt for each exam costs $6.25 and each retake costs $16.25 per exam, with a maximum of two attempts per day per exam and a 60-minute time limit in the office.\"},{\"question\":\"What happens if you do not take the Air Brakes written exam?\",\"answer\":\"Your CDL will be issued with a 1 restriction, limiting you to operating commercial vehicles without air brakes.\"}]","Upgrade Class E to CDL - Driver License Office Information | PDF",1790668001]