Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) / Oregon
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Oregon Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Operates large commercial vehicles. Federal CDL recognized nationwide.

What the Oregon data shows for Commercial Truck Driver (CDL)s

Oregon's path to commercial truck driver (cdl) licensure runs through 310 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on CDL Knowledge Tests and Skills Test, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 21 can be licensed. Oregon folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "CDL Training Program".

Budget $189 to get started, plus $95 at each renewal on a 4-year cycle. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Oregon, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

On reciprocity, commercial truck driver (cdl)s should know: Federal CDL recognized in all 50 states.

Licensing Ease Score

B-
Licensing Ease Score
68/100
Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) · Oregon

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training C+
310 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$189
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden A-
$24/yr
$95 every 4 years
Continuing Education A+
None required
No continuing-education mandate
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Oregon

Education / Training Hours
CDL Training Program
310 hours
Exam Requirement
CDL Knowledge Tests and Skills Test
Required
Initial License Fee
$189
Renewal Fee
$95
Renewal Cycle
Every 4 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
21 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Oregon licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in Oregon? ▼
In Oregon, the license path calls for 310 education/training hours, a passing score on CDL Knowledge Tests and Skills Test, and a $189 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in Oregon? ▼
To become a licensed commercial truck driver (cdl) in Oregon, you must meet the state's requirements including 310 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Oregon licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) license to Oregon from another state? ▼
Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Federal CDL recognized in all 50 states. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Oregon licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Oregon require a background check for Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for commercial truck driver (cdl) licensing in Oregon. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.

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What to do with this commercial truck driver (cdl) license

Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in Oregon, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a commercial truck driver (cdl)-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Oregon's commercial truck driver (cdl) requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Commercial Truck Driver (CDL) in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state commercial truck driver (cdl) license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Oregon's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Oregon overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Oregon licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.