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Transferring Your Out-of-State CDL
Once you permanently move to South Carolina, you must apply to transfer your commercial driver's license (CDL) within 30 days.
You must turn in your out-of-state CDL before receiving a CDL from this state. You must be 21 to drive outside of SC.
You must have acceptable documents proving your identity to transfer your out-of-state CDL.
To transfer your out-of-state CDL to SC, all of the following are required:
- Complete the Application for a Commercial Driver's License or Learner's Permit (SCDMV From 447-CDL)
- Complete the Commercial Driver’s License Holders Medical Certification (SCDMV DL-405A)
- Complete the Affidavit of Previous Driver's License (SCDMV Form DL-402)
- Provide documents such as your original birth certificate, social security card, and two proofs of SC address
A full list of accepted documents are found on the United States Citizens' Checklist (SCDMV Form MV-93). - Submit proof of liability insurance from a company licensed to do business in this state
- Certify you've read, understand, and meet requirements under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations
- Present your FMCSA medical qualification certificate
- Pass a vision test
- Pay $12.50 for the license
- Pay $15.00 for the application fee
If you have a hazmat endorsement (H), you must pass the hazmat knowledge test and complete a check with the Transportation Security Administration.
If you’ve been convicted of an offense found in SC Code Section 23-3-460, you must register with the sheriff’s office of the county you’ll live in within three days of moving to the state.