Farm Endorsement

You can get a farm endorsement on a:

• Regular driver license;
• Provisional driver license; or
• Commercial driver license.

This endorsement allows you to drive a commercial motor vehicle when:

• The vehicle is controlled or operated  by a farmer;
• You are transporting agricultural products, farm machinery, or farm supplies to and from a farm;
• You are not driving for a common or contract motor carrier; and
• You are driving within 150 miles of the farmer’s farm.

With a farm endorsement you can drive:

• Commercial motor vehicles with air brakes;
• Tankers;
• Double trailers; and
• Vehicles transporting hazardous materials.

To transport passengers, including farm workers, you must have a CDL with a passenger endorsement.

How to Get a Farm Endorsement

• Have a regular or CDL license (or be applying for or renewing one at the same time);
• Have an acceptable driving record (see ORS 807.072 (4) and (5));
• Fill out the application (Form 735-6776);
• Make an appointment at a DMV office;
• Present proof of physical address and identity;
• Pay the testing and licensing fees.

You cannot get a farm endorsement if your CDL, or right to apply for a CDL, has been suspended for life.