StandardEndorsementCode

Optional on all AAMVA barcodes.

Standard endorsement code(s) for cardholder. See codes in D20. This data element is a placeholder for future efforts to standardize endorsement codes.

Code Description H Hazardous Material - This endorsement is required for the operation of any vehicle transporting hazardous materials requiring placarding, as defined by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. L Motorcycles – Including Mopeds/Motorized Bicycles. N Tank - This endorsement is required for the operation of any vehicle transporting, as its primary cargo, any liquid or gaseous material within a tank attached to the vehicle. O Other Jurisdiction Specific Endorsement(s) - This code indicates one or more additional jurisdiction assigned endorsements. P Passenger - This endorsement is required for the operation of any vehicle used for transportation of sixteen or more occupants, including the driver. S School Bus - This endorsement is required for the operation of a school bus. School bus means a CMV used to transport pre-primary, primary, or secondary school students from home to school, from school to home, or to and from school sponsored events. School bus does not include a bus used as common carrier (49 CRF 383.5). T Doubles/Triples - This endorsement is required for the operation of any vehicle that would be referred to as a double or triple. X Combined Tank/HAZ-MAT - This endorsement may be issued to any driver who qualifies for both the N and H endorsements.