Procedure
Apply via Agent
Apply In Person
- To Renew School Bus Driver's License, the applicant has to approach the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) link
- An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
- Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
- The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
- Expect to undergo a background check, which may include a criminal record check and a review of your financial history.
- Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
- The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
- After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
- An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
- Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
- The applicant may require you to pass a medical examination or other screenings as part of the renewal process.
- This ensures that you still meet the necessary medical and physical requirements to operate a school bus.
- Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
- If you have met all the requirements and your application is approved, you will receive your renewed School Bus Driver's License. This license will typically have an updated expiration date, allowing you to continue driving a school bus legally.
- This entire process can be completed within 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
- Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
- Fee receipt
- Valid driver's license
- Current School Bus Driver License
- Driving record or Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
- Any other documents (If required)
Office Locations & Contacts
Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles
Address: 120 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05603-0001
Contact – 802-828-2000
Email – [mydmv.vermont.gov Link]
Contact link – link
Department of Motor Vehicles
955 L'Enfant Plaza, SW
Promenade Level – Suite P100
Washington, DC 20024
Contact link
State Office for Department of motor vehicle link
Eligibility
- Any School Bus Driver License holder whose license was expired is eligible to make this application.
Fees
- The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
Validity
- In general, licenses are valid for four years.
Documents to Use
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Sample Documents
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Processing Time
- This entire process can be completed within 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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Instructions
- Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.
Required Information
- Name
- Address
- Age
- Social security number
- Financial statement
- Contact details
- Email
- Fax
- Education qualification
- Location
- Zip code
- Declaration
- Date
- Signature
Need for the Document
- Renewing a School Bus Driver's License in the United States refers to the process of extending the validity of a school bus driver's license beyond its expiration date.
- School bus drivers are required to renew their licenses periodically to ensure they continue to meet the necessary qualifications and standards for operating a school bus.
- The School Bus Driver's License allows individuals to legally and safely transport students to and from school, field trips, and other school-related activities.
- It ensures that drivers have the necessary knowledge and skills to handle the unique responsibilities and challenges associated with operating a school bus, including the safety and well-being of the students on board.
Other uses of the Document/Certificate
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.
External Links
Others
Here are some of the benefits of having a School Bus Driver's License:
- Increased job opportunities: There is a high demand for school bus drivers in the United States. With an SBL, you will have a better chance of finding a job as a school bus driver.
- Higher pay: School bus drivers typically earn more than other types of drivers. With an SBL, you can earn a higher salary and improve your overall financial situation.
- Job security: School bus driving is a stable career with good job security. There is always a need for school bus drivers, even during economic downturns.
- Sense of fulfillment: School bus drivers play an important role in the community. They help to ensure the safety of children and they make a positive impact on the lives of their students.