Required Items

Comments

• Must be in the proper class.
• If you are driving a rental vehicle, your name must appear on the rental contract as an authorized driver and you must have the rental contract with you.
• Must be in safe operating condition. A list of the items checked by the MVA is available in the chart. Additional information is available in the Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002A).

• If you have a learner's permit or an expired driver's license, your licensed supervising driver MUST remain seated next to you in your vehicle until the MVA examiner arrives to administer your driving skills test.
• If the Class C learner's permit has been lost, stolen or mutilated, you must obtain a duplicate permit to take the on-road driving test.
• If the Class M motorcycle permit has been lost, stolen or mutilated, the applicant may take one (1) driving test without getting a duplicate permit as this test is not administered on the public roadway.

• Proof of insurance on the vehicle in which you are testing with.
• Additional forms, information or items may be required under certain circumstances:
  • Glasses or contact lenses if you need them (see Vision Screening and Requirements for more information);
  • If you have a learner's permit:
    • A licensed driver who meets the definition of a supervising driver.
    • If this is your first license (GLS), the certificate showing your successful completion of a Maryland approved driver's education course (30 + 6 hours) unless it was submitted electronically.
    • Out-of-State Driver's Education certification(s) are not typically accepted by the MVA. Currently, the MVA has only approved certain specific certificates issued by the Delaware Board of Education, that physically state that the certificate has been Approved by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. No other out-of-state certificates are currently accepted.
    • Your Rookie Driver Skills Log and Practice Guide and your completed and signed Certification Page signed by the supervising driver (first time license (GLS) holders ONLY) included in the logbook and;
    • A 3-Hour Alcohol and Drug Education Program (ADEP) certificate (if required).
    • Proof of insurance and vehicle registration is required for the public road test.

An individual who is at least 25 years old and holds a Rookie Driver Graduated Licensing System learner's permit and has not been convicted of, or granted Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) for a moving violation, is eligible to take a skills driving test after holding this permit for a minimum of 45 days if they:

1. Have completed a Maryland MVA approved standardized driver education program consisting of at least 30 hours of classroom instruction and at least 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction training and;
2. Have completed an additional minimum of at least 14 hours of supervised behind the wheel driving (3 hours of which must occur during the period beginning 30 minutes before sunset and ending 30 minutes after sunrise) and
3. Have an eligible supervising driver complete a Practice Skills log and certification page.
   
   Notes:

If the applicant has been convicted of or given a PBJ for a moving violation, they are required to hold the permit for a minimum of 9 months following the most recent date the individual was convicted of, or granted a PBJ for a moving violation, and meet the rest of the GLS requirements listed in the paragraph above before they are eligible to take a skills driving test.

1. If an applicant is under 25 years old when they obtain their first GLS learner’s permit and then turns 25 afterwards, the MVA will permit the applicant to take a skills driving test if they have held the permit at least 45 days (the 45 days may include the days the applicant held the permit before they turned 25), they have completed at least 14 hours of supervised driving as described in the paragraph above as well as the required driver’s education program and have an eligible supervising driver complete a Practice Skills Log and certification page.
2. If the applicant has been convicted of or given a PBJ for a moving violation, they are required to hold the permit for a minimum of 9 months following the most recent date the individual was convicted of, or granted a PBJ for a moving violation, and meet the rest of the GLS requirements in the note above before they are eligible to take a skills driving test.

• Class M (motorcycle) license ONLY
  • Proper helmet and eye protection;
  • If you are less than 18 years, 0 months, a certificate of completion for a Motorcycle Safety Course;
  • An additional driving test is not required if a valid Maryland MVA or MVA approved course certificate is presented.
  • If this is your first license (GLS), the certificate showing your successful completion of a Maryland approved driver's education course (30 + 6 hours) unless it was submitted electronically and your Rookie Driver Skills Log and Practice Guide and signed Certification Page signed by the supervising driver (first time license (GLS) holders ONLY) included in the logbook and;

Note: Class "M" motorcycle applicants can have their accompanying driver with them on another motorcycle or standing next to the test applicant and their test motorcycle. Motorcycles may be brought to the MVA test site in a truck or van or on a trailer and must be unloaded in the presence of the examiner.

• All noncommercial test applicants should come prepared with a test vehicle that is in safe operating condition and has at least 1/2 tank of gas. The test applicant and the supervising driver/vehicle owner must complete and sign an MVA "​
  

Required Items

Comments

• Must be in the proper class
• Must be in safe operating condition (pre-trip inspection guidelines).
• If you are driving a rental vehicle, your name must appear on the rental contract as an authorized driver and you must have the rental contract with you.
• The vehicle(s) vehicle identification number (VIN plate) is required to be in place and in good readable condition or the examiner may disqualify the vehicle for the skills tests.

• Be sure that a proper supervising driver with a valid license of the proper class and required endorsements drives the test vehicle or accompanies you in the seat next to you in the test vehicle to the test site. The accompanying driver must wait in the vehicle with you until the MVA examiner arrives to administer your driving skills test. If the learner's permit has been lost, stolen or mutilated you will be required to obtain a duplicate permit to take the skills tests.

• Proof of insurance for the vehicle in which you are testing with.
• Additional forms, information or items may be required under certain circumstances:
  • Glasses or contact lenses if you need them;
  • If you are taking a commercial skills test, a valid DOT card and a valid statement of exemption/waiver if required. See CDL Medical/Physical Requirements for more information.
  • If you have a learner's permit:
    • A licensed driver who meets the definition of a supervising driver.
    • If this is your first driver's license, the certificate showing your successful completion of a Maryland approved driver's education course (30 + 6 hours) unless it was submitted electronically.
    • Out-of-State Driver's Education certification(s) are not typically accepted by the MVA. Currently, the MVA has only approved certain specific certificates issued by the DelawareBoard of Education, that physically state that the certificate has been Approved by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. No other out-of-state certificates are currently accepted.
    • Your Rookie Driver Skills Log and Practice Guide and your completed and signed Certification Page signed by the supervising driver (first time license (GLS) holders ONLY) included in the logbook and;
    • A 3-Hour Alcohol and Drug Education Program (ADEP) certificate (if required).

• An individual who is at least 25 years old and holds a Rookie Driver Graduated Licensing System learner’s permit and has not been convicted of, or granted Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) for a moving violation, is eligible to take a skills driving test after holding this permit for a minimum of 45 days if they:

1. Have completed a Maryland MVA approved standardized driver education program consisting of at least 30 hours of classroom instruction and at least 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction training and;
2. Have completed an additional minimum of at least 14 hours of supervised behind the wheel driving (3 hours of which must occur during the period beginning 30 minutes before sunset and ending 30 minutes after sunrise) and
3. Have an eligible supervising driver complete a Practice Skills log and certification page.
   
   Notes:

1. If the applicant has been convicted of or given a PBJ for a moving violation, they are required to hold the permit for a minimum of 9 months following the most recent date the individual was convicted of, or granted a PBJ for a moving violation, and meet the rest of the GLS requirements listed in the paragraph above before they are eligible to take a skills driving test.
2. If an applicant is under 25 years old when they obtain their first GLS learner’s permit and then turns 25 afterwards, the MVA will permit the applicant to take a skills driving test if they have held the permit at least 45 days (the 45 days may include the days the applicant held the permit before they turned 25), they have completed at least 14 hours of supervised driving as described in the paragraph above as well as the required driver’s education program and have an eligible supervising driver complete a Practice Skills Log and certification page.
3. If the applicant has been convicted of or given a PBJ for a moving violation, they are required to hold the permit for a minimum of 9 months following the most recent date the individual was convicted of, or granted a PBJ for a moving violation, and meet the rest of the GLS requirements in the paragraph above before they are eligible to take a skills driving test.

• If this is your first driver's license, the certificate showing your successful completion of a Maryland approved driver's education course (30 + 6 hours) unless it was submitted electronically.
• Out-of-State Driver's Education certification(s) are not typically accepted by the MVA. Currently, the MVA has only approved certain specific certificates issued by the Delaware Board of Education, that physically state that the certificate has been Approved by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. No other out-of-state certificates are currently accepted.
• Your Rookie Driver Skills Log and Practice Guide and your completed and signed Certification Page signed by the supervising driver (first time license (GLS) holders ONLY) included in the logbook and
• A 3-Hour Alcohol and Drug Education Program (ADEP) certificate (if required).
• Your Rookie Driver Skills Log and Practice Guide and your completed and signed Certification Page signed by the supervising driver (first time license (GLS) holders ONLY) included in the logbook and;
• A 3-Hour Alcohol and Drug Education Program (ADEP) certificate (if required).

Skills Tests from other States Accepted for Maryland Commercial Driver’s Licenses

Hazardous Materials & Tanker Vehicles:

Note: Vehicles placarded for hazardous materials (and those vehicles that contain hazardous materials or their residue)cannot be used to take the skills tests. A CDL learner’s permit (CLP) holder with the “N” tanker endorsement may only operate an empty tank vehicle, and is also prohibited from operating any tank vehicle that previously contained hazardous materials that has not been purged of any residue. All placards must be removed or completely covered up. The applicant must present valid documentation from an approved repair facility to the MVA showing that the vehicle has been cleaned and purged. Their employer must also certify in writing on company letterhead that the vehicle has been cleaned and purged and no longer carries hazardous materials and is utilized as a training vehicle ONLY.

Skills Test Information

License Class

Tests

• Pre-trip inspection:
• See Section 11 in the Maryland Commercial Driver's License Manual (Form #DL-151) Basic skills test (closed course):
• Must pass pre-trip inspection to take this test;
• See section 12 in the Maryland Commercial Driver's License Manual (Form# DL-151);
• Public road test (public highways):
• Must pass basic skills test to take this test.
• See Section 13 in the Maryland Commercial Driver's License Manual (form #DL-151).

• Pre-trip inspection:
  • See Section 11 in the Maryland Commercial Driver's License Manual (Form #DL-151).
• Basic skills test (closed course):
  • Must pass pre-trip inspection to take this test;
  • See section 12 in the Maryland Commercial Driver's License Manual (Form # DL-151)
• Public road test (public highways):
  • Must pass basic skills test to take this test.
  • See Section 13 in the Maryland Commercial Driver's License Manual (form #DL-151).

• Pre-trip inspection
  • Front and rear tags (month/year stickers on rear)
  • Windshield unobstructed view of wiper area, no cracks
  • Driver and passenger doors must open/close
  • Seat belt secure fastens properly (shoulder and lap, if equipped)
  • Tires properly inflated with adequate tread and no missing lug nuts
  • Lights and lenses - none broken, all operate (Head, brake, signals, and hazards). Lens repair tape permitted, if proper color.
  • Gas gauge reads at least 1/2 tank or vehicle may be disqualified. Gas cap is present.
  • Rear view and outside left side mirror secure, not broken
  • Front seats free of debris, (oil, food, wetness) operational, not broken.
  • Glove box closed.  No loose articles that may create a hazard.
  • Exhaust system-secure, no leaks smelled, seen or heard.
  • Brake and accelerator pedal secure, properly adjusted and operable.
  • Dashboard warning lights - none activated.  No safety concerns.
  • Fluid leaks None - oil, coolant, transmission fluid, etc.
  • Horn operational
  • Speedometer operational
• Weather related items
  If weather conditions are wet and/or cold

1. Windows must be rolled up.
2. Heater and defroster must be operable.
3. Windshield wipers and washers must be operable and have washer fluid.

If weather conditions are extremely hot
Front windows must open or air conditioner must be operable.

• Basic skills test (closed course):

• Reverse Two-Point Turnabout
  • Turnabout space is 10' wide and 20' deep.  Customer drives past space and then backs their vehicle completely into this space.
  • Test is timed (maximum 3 minutes).
  • More than 3 minutes - 9 points(automatic disqualification).
• Public road test (public highways)

• Pre-trip inspection:

• Basic skills test (closed course):
  • Must pass pre-trip inspection to take this test;
  • See section 12 in the Ma​ryland Commercial Driver's License Manual (Form# DL-151)
• Public road test (public highways):
  • Must pass basic skills test to take this test.

• Pre-trip inspection
• Basic skills test (closed course) may consist of the following maneuvers:
  • Engine Start
  • "U" Turn
  • Sharp right turn
  • Cone weave
  • Normal stop
  • Quick stop
  • Obstacle swerve
  • Turn from a stop

• Pre-trip inspection
  • External
    • Vehicle walk around
    • Leaks (look for puddles or dripping fluids under the vehicle; listen for air leaks if the vehicle is equipped with air brakes)
    • Fuel tank
    • Tires (inflation, depth and condition of tires)
    • Rims
    • Lug nuts
    • Headlights (low and high beams)
    • Tail lights and brake lights
    • 4-way flashers
    • Turn signals (front and back)
    • Rear of vehicle (doors, hinges, etc.)
    • Exhaust System
    • Air brake check (if so equipped)
    • Coupling system (if vehicle is being towed or is towing; includes electrical lines and airlines if the vehicle is so equipped.
  • Internal
    • Seats and safety belts
    • Windows and windshield
    • Doors/mirrors (rearview and outside)
    • Wipers and washers
    • Heater/air conditioner/defroster
    • Horn
    • Parking brake tug test
    • Indicator lights (hazard and dashboard indicator lights, to include high beam indicator)
    • Gauges (including air gauge if vehicle is equipped)
  • Must pass Pre-Trip inspection to take the basic skills (On Course) test
• Basic skills test (closed course):
  • Backing 100 feet (straight line)
  • Off-set backing to the right
• Public road test (public highways)  
• Must pass basic skills test to take this test