Mexico - Apply for Commercial Driver License

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Commercial Driver License, the applicant has to approach the Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes. link
2. Enrol in a recognized driving school that offers training for commercial driving. The school will provide you with the necessary instruction and guidance to prepare for the commercial driver's license exam.
3. After completing the required training, you will need to take a written exam on road safety regulations and commercial driving practices. You will also need to pass a practical driving test to demonstrate your skills in operating commercial vehicles.
4. Once you have successfully passed the exams, visit the local Transit Authority or the Dirección General de Autotransporte Federal (DGAF) office to apply for your Commercial Driver's License.
5. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
7. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
8. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
9. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
10. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. The applicant has to complete the medical test and biometric process.
14. Once your application is approved, you will be issued your Commercial Driver's License, which allows you to legally drive commercial vehicles in Mexico.
15. This entire process can be completed within 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Valid identification (e.g., passport, national identity card).
• Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill or official document with your address).
• Valid identification (e.g., passport, national identity card).
• Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill or official document with your address).
• Mexican tax identification number (Registro Federal de Contribuyentes or RFC).
• Proof of blood type (Tipo de Sangre).
• Any other documentation required by the DGMM or SCT.

Office Locations & Contacts

Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes.
Insurgentes Sur 1089 Col. Nochebuena 03720 Ciudad de México
Teléfono: 55-57-23-93-00, Correo de Atención Ciudadana: [email protected]
Atención Ciudadana: 800-888-1013
Email - [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

Here are the eligibility requirements for applying for a commercial driver's license (CDL) in Mexico:

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license issued by the Mexican government.
• Pass a knowledge test.
• Pass a skills test.
• Pass a medical examination.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

• The validity of the license is five 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.

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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
• Surname
• Address
• ZIP code
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Parents name
• Nationality
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Other details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In Mexico, a Commercial Driver's License (Licencia Federal de Conductor or Licencia de Conductor Profesional) is a specialized license that authorizes individuals to operate commercial vehicles legally. This type of license is distinct from the regular driver's license (Licencia de Conducir), which permits individuals to drive private or non-commercial vehicles.

Information which might help

• The Commercial Driver's License is required for individuals who intend to drive vehicles used for commercial purposes, such as trucks, buses, taxis, and other vehicles designed to transport goods or passengers for payment. This license is essential for professional drivers engaged in activities such as long-haul trucking, public transportation, freight delivery, and other commercial driving services.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

• Commercial Driver's Licenses are regulated by the Mexican government through the Dirección General de Autotransporte Federal (DGAF) or the Federal Transport Authority.
• The licensing process aims to ensure that commercial drivers possess the necessary skills and knowledge to operate large and potentially hazardous vehicles safely and responsibly.