What is a Limited-Term CDL?

A Limited-Term CDL refers specifically to a commercial driver's license issued to non-citizens who are not permanent U.S. residents. This type of license recognizes that the individual has met all necessary requirements to operate commercial vehicles, but it is time-limited, meaning it is valid only for a specific duration that reflects the individual's legal status in the U.S.

This option is crucial for non-citizens as it ensures that they can legally drive commercially within the constraints of their residency status. By providing this type of license, states recognize the need for skilled drivers regardless of their citizenship while still adhering to legal regulations surrounding driver eligibility.

The other options reflect different kinds of driving privileges that do not apply to the limited-term nature associated with certain residency statuses, or they pertain to different classes of licenses not relevant to commercial driving.