Alabama CDL and DOT Medical Card Requirements

Alabama CDL Requirements

All Alabama CDL holders are required to certify the type of commercial operation they’re engaged in.

Interstate Non-Excepted
If you choose Non-Excepted Interstate, you must, in addition to a completed self-certified application, provide the DPS with a current Federal DOT medical certificate.

Failure to submit the required forms to the Alabama Department of Public Safety will result in the cancellation of your commercial driver license.

Submit your Medical Certificate to Alabama DPS

Submit a copy of your valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate – Form MCSA-5876.

By Mail:
Alabama Department of Public Safety
Driver License Division
CDL Unit
P.O. Box 1471
Montgomery, AL 36102-1471

or
Use online services to view or submit your DOT Medical Card or Self-Certification.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Drivers License Online Services

Disclaimer
Your DOT Medical Card needs to be submitted before the current one on file expires. To avoid any overlap with your driving privilege, it is recommended to submit it at least 2 weeks prior to the expiration date.

Expiration:
If your medical card expires, and you haven’t renewed it, Alabama DPS will notify you that you are no longer medically certified to operate a CMV in non-excepted Interstate commerce. If a current medical examiners certificate and if applicable the variance (waiver) is not received within 45 days all your CDL privileges will be removed from your license.

Other Information:
Link for Alabama CDL Frequently Asked Questions