
Required documents
- Commercial Driver License Application (TC 94‐32)
- Waiver Application (one of the following)
- Skills Test Waiver (TC 94-167) – Available to TSMs who have the appropriate military commercial driving training and experience but not the MOS or occupational rating required for the Even Exchange Waiver. The TSM will still be required to take the written knowledge and vision test.
- Even Exchange Waiver (TC 94-169) – Available to TSMs who have the appropriate military commercial driving training and experience, and were enlisted as one of the approved MOS or occupational ratings
Occupations that qualify for the Even Exchange Waiver
Branch of Service | Occupational Classification |
Army | 88M, Motor Transport Operator 92F, Fueler 14T, Patriot Launching Station Operator |
Air Force | 2T1, Vehicle Operator 2F0, Fueler 3E2, Pavement and Construction Equipment Operator |
Marine Corps | 3531, Motor Vehicle Operator |
Navy | EO, Equipment Operator |
- Self-Certification Form (TC 94‐169)
- Medical Certificate (from an FMCSA certified medical examiner)
- To search for a nationally certified medical examiner, click HERE
- For medical requirements and FAQs, click HERE
- Copy of DD214 or proof of military status-active/discharged within the last 12 months
- Hot File (wants and warrants check) through the applicant’s local circuit clerk – $3.00 fee
2. Upon receipt and review of the application packet, the CDL Section will contact the applicant’s commanding officer to verify his/her application.
3. If approved, the applicant will receive a confirmation letter which should be presented to the circuit clerk’s office within the applicant’s county of residence. The circuit clerk will issue the physical driver’s license.
- CDL Application Fee – $24.00
- Written Knowledge Exam (if applicable) – Free
- Standard Credentials (non-CDL) – $43.00/8 years
- Standard original CDL add-on – between $18.75 to $45.00 (pro-rated)
- Real ID (non-CDL) – $48.00/8 years
- REAL ID original CDL add-on – between $23.75 to $50.00 (pro-rated)
TSMs wanting to obtain a Real ID or additional CDL classifications and endorsements such as hazardous material, tank, or school bus driver, may be subject to additional requirements, fees, and/or background checks. Click here for more information.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
200 Mero Street Frankfort, KY 40622
(502) 564-1257 | drive.ky.gov


Commonwealth of Kentucky
Department of Housing,
Buildings and Construction
101 Sea Hero Road
Suite 100 Frankfort, KY 40601-5405
Phone: 502.573.0365
Web site: www.dhbc.ky.gov/
