Mississippi CDL Resources

Mississippi Department of Public Safety

This page collects official CDL resources for Mississippi: the state licensing agency, CDL handbook, testing locations, and renewal information. All links go directly to official Mississippi government sources. Requirements change — always verify current procedures directly with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

Official resources to check first

Mississippi CDL resources are managed by DPS Driver Service Bureau. The commercial license portal lists CDL/CLP appointment and document options.

CDL Licensing · Mississippi Department of Public Safety Mississippi CDL — Mississippi Department of Public Safety https://visit.drivers.dps.ms.gov/Portal/Commercial
State Driver Licensing Agency · Mississippi Department of Public Safety Mississippi Department of Public Safety — Main Website https://www.dps.ms.gov/

No direct CDL handbook link is listed for Mississippi yet. Visit the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website and look for a "CDL Manual," "Commercial Driver Handbook," or similar link.

Before you apply or renew

These steps apply regardless of state. Verify each requirement directly with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety before beginning the application process.

  • Verify your CDL class (A, B, or C) matches the vehicles you intend to operate.
  • Check whether you need endorsements (HazMat, Tanker, Passenger, School Bus, Doubles/Triples) and confirm state testing requirements for each.
  • Confirm you hold a valid DOT medical certificate (MCSA-5876) and that it is current before applying or renewing.
  • If you are a new CDL applicant, confirm whether ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) applies to your situation — see the ELDT overview.
  • Gather required documents — identity, residency, and any existing license — before visiting a testing location.
  • Confirm current fees and testing appointment availability directly with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

Medical certificate

CDL holders operating in interstate commerce must carry a current DOT medical certificate issued by a certified medical examiner on the FMCSA National Registry. Mississippi state requirements for submitting or updating medical certification vary — check the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website for the current procedure.

Medical Examiner Search · Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) FMCSA National Registry — Find a Certified Medical Examiner https://nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov/

For Mississippi-specific medical certificate submission procedures, start at the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website .

ELDT — Entry-Level Driver Training

Federal ELDT requirements apply to new Class A and Class B CDL applicants and to certain endorsements. Training must be completed at a provider listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). The Mississippi Department of Public Safety does not administer ELDT — training is completed at a registered provider before you schedule the skills test.

Federal references

Important: CDL List collects links to official Mississippi government resources as a reference. We do not maintain state CDL rules, forms, or fees. Requirements change — always verify current procedures directly with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety before taking any action.

Last reviewed: June 4, 2026. Links go to official state agency websites. Verify that your browser shows the official state government domain before submitting any forms or payments.