Wyoming CDL Testing
To obtain a Wyoming CDL, applicants are required to complete a series of written knowledge tests, a vision screening, and a driving skills test.
Wyoming CDL Written Tests:
All written tests are multiple choice. The passing score for a written test is 80 percent. The applicant is only required to retake the test they failed. Wyoming CDL written tests that are passed are valid for two years. A written test is required in a number of situations including when:
- A Wyoming CDL applicant has never been previously licensed in the United
States, any U.S. Territory, Canadian Province, or Germany;
- A client's driving record indicates that his last license has been expired, revoked or denied for two years or longer (immediately prior to this application), or his privilege to drive has been revoked, canceled or disqualified;
- The Wyoming CDL applicant is upgrading the class of his license or adding any endorsements;
- A Wyoming CDL applicant is removing the air brake restriction "L;" and the applicant is removing the Air Over Hydraulics restriction (He must perform the pre-trip and road test as well).
A Wyoming CDL applicant who possesses a CDL license with a hazmat endorsement "H" will be required to take the hazardous materials test upon transferring their out-of-state CDL license. Clients with Wyoming CDLs will be required to retake the hazmat test if "test score tracking" does not indicate that test has been passed within the previous two years.
Vision Screening: A vision reading of 20/40 with both eyes is required to pass the vision screening. If you fail to meet this standard with or without glasses, you may be required to obtain a vision statement from your eye specialist. If you wear contact lenses or glasses during the vision screening, you will be required to wear them at all times while driving. A vision reading of worse than 20/40 (best possible correction) in one eye will result in the CDL driver being restricted to intrastate driving only.
Wyoming CDL Skills Test: A skills test will consist of a vehicle pre-trip inspection, a basic control skills test and an over-the-road skills test. Skills tests are conducted by appointment only after the successful completion of all applicable written tests. The State of Wyoming does not furnish vehicles for the skills testing process. Vehicles for testing must be driven to the test site by a person who holds a valid driver's license for the class and type of vehicle used for testing.
Wyoming CDL applicants are required to furnish vehicles for their skills test
that are representative of the class of license for which they are applying. If
the vehicle or combination vehicle is a tank vehicle you MUST have an N endorsement
on your Wyoming CDL CLP. If the tank vehicle previously contained hazardous materials
you MUST have a letter in-hand stating the tank vehicle has been purged of all
residue. However skills tests will not be conducted in a loaded commercial vehicle.
Simulated weight is the only thing allowed in trailer. Additionally, placarded
vehicles are not allowed to be used for skills testing.
The fee for a Wyoming CDL skills test is $40. Click here for information on scheduling CDL testing.
Wyoming third-party examiners are allowed to administer the skills test only to their employees and not to the general public. Third-party examiners are not allowed to charge a fee for the administration of the skills test. The training and certification process for third-party examiners is provided by WYDOT at no charge.
Applicants for a Wyoming CDL, who hold a valid US Military license, must pass all written tests for the class of license they currently hold.
Commercial Learners Permit (CLP)
As defined by W.S. 31-7-102(a)(xlviii) - "Commercial learner's permit" means a permit issued to an individual which, when carried with a valid driver's license issued in accordance with this act, authorizes an individual to operate a commercial motor vehicle when accompanied by a passenger holding a valid commercial driver's license for the class and type of vehicle being driven. This type of permit is valid for 180 days and may be renewed for an additional 180 days.
Per W.S. 31-7-110(e) - Any person who holds a valid Wyoming classified driver's license and who is at least eighteen (18) years of age may apply to the division for a commercial learner's permit. The division may, after the person has successfully passed all required examination, other than the driving skills examination and paid the required fee, issue to the person a commercial learner's permit, which entitles the person to drive a commercial motor vehicle on a highway only when accompanied by a person who has a commercial driver's license valid for the type of vehicle driven and who occupies a seat beside the person for the purpose of giving instruction in driving the commercial motor vehicle�.
Endorsements Allowed on Commercial Learners Permit (CLP)
- P for passenger endorsement: A CLP holder with a P endorsement is prohibited from operating a CMV carrying passengers. Other trainees and the CDL holder accompanying the CLP holder is allowed.
- S for school bus endorsement: A CLP holder with a S endorsement is prohibited from operating a school bus with passengers. Other trainees and the CDL holder accompanying the CLP holder is allowed.
- N for tank vehicle endorsement: A CLP holder with a N endorsement may only operate an empty tank vehicle and is prohibited from operating any tank vehicle that previously contained hazardous materials that has not been purged of any residue.
Do I need a Wyoming CDL CLP?
Yes, if �
- You are wanting to obtain a Wyoming CDL CDL for the first time
- You are upgrading from a lower class Wyoming CDL to a higher class Wyoming CDL , such as upgrading from class "B" to a class "A" Wyoming CDL
- You are adding an endorsement to your existing Wyoming CDL , such as adding a school bus or passenger endorsement, that requires a Wyoming CDL skills test
- You are removing certain restrictions from your existing Wyoming CDL , that requires a Wyoming CDL skills test
When applying for a Wyoming CDL CLP, you will be required to pass all appropriate Wyoming CDL written tests for the type of license you are applying. See the Wyoming CDL testing page for more information.
Wyoming CDL Written Knowledge Tests
You will need to pass the
Wyoming Knowledge Tests that are required for
the class of license, restriction, and endorsements you wish to possess. A general
knowledge test for the Class A or Class B and C license must be successfully completed
by all CDL applicants. The information needed to pass these tests is contained
in the
FREE Wyoming CDL Handbook. Please read and study this
manual carefully.
- Class A - 70 Questions (50 GK + 20 Combination Vehicles) - Skills test required.
- Class B - 50 Questions - Skills test required.
- Class C - 50 Questions - Skills test required for bus, school bus and air
brakes vehicles..
- Passenger Endorsement - 20 questions - Skills test required in bus.
- School Bus Endorsement - 25 questions - Skills test required in school bus.
- Doubles/Triples Endorsement - 20 questions - No additional skills tests.
- Tank Vehicle Endorsement - 20 questions - No additional skills tests.
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement - 30 questions - No additional skills tests.
- Air Brake Restriction Removal - 25 questions - Additional skills test in vehicle with Air Brakes.
If you need help . . .
determining what Class of CDL you need based upon the type
of vehicle you will drive (A, B or C) or are not sure which CDL
Endorsements you need based upon the type of loads you will carry; use the
free CDL Selector Tool . . .
Wyoming
Go to CDL Selector Tool
Not sure which WY CDL Tests you need to pass? Use this tool to determine what Class of CDL and which CDL Endorsements you require.
Classes of Wyoming CDL and Required Tests
| CDL Class |
Tests Required |
Possible Endorsements and Required Tests |
Class A
(Combination
vehicle endorsement required) |
General Knowledge Written Exam
Combination Endorsement Written Exam
Road Exam |
|
| Class B |
General Knowledge Written Exam
Road Exam |
|
| Class C |
General Knowledge Written Exam
Road Exam
Note: If upgrading to a Class C from a Class D, no road test is required UNLESS the endorsement requires one. |
|
Wyoming CDL Endorsements
| Exam |
Time Allowed (Minutes) |
# of Questions on Exam |
# of Correct Answers Needed to Pass |
| General Knowledge |
60 |
50 |
40 |
| Air Brakes |
25 |
25 |
20 |
| HazMat |
30 |
30 |
24 |
| Tank |
20 |
20 |
16 |
| Passenger |
20 |
20 |
16 |
| Doubles/Triples |
20 |
20 |
16 |
| Combination Vehicles |
20 |
20 |
16 |
| School Bus |
20 |
20 |
16 |
In addition to the Wyoming CDL (commercial driver's license) information found in our website covering the Wyoming CDL and in the free Wyoming CDL Handbook (which is quite boring and a bit confusing - and doesn't have a single multiple-choice question in it that is asked on the actual tests), the complete online
prep program will prepare you to easily pass your
Wyoming CDL written exams to get your Wyoming CDL permit. The skills test modules are invaluable to give you a head start before doing your
work, possibly saving you a lot of money. The Wyoming CDL test prep program includes the following features . . .
