FMCSA has re-issued a temporary waiver allowing interstate commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders, commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders, and motor carriers to continue relying on a paper copy of the medical examiner’s certificate as proof of a driver’s medical certification for up to 60 days after the date the medical examiner’s certificate is issued. 

The re-issued waiver is in effect October 13, 2025 through January 10, 2026. The agency reissued this waiver to prevent undue hardship on drivers with valid medical certification and their employers due to potential processing delays outside of their control. FMCSA also recommends that certified medical examiners continue issuing paper medical examiner’s certificates (Form MCSA-5876) to drivers, in addition to submitting examination results electronically, until further notice.