Minnesota - Apply for Driver License

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Procedure

• Obtain application for a commercial drivers license from any Drivers License Officer or Driver and *Vehicle Services Exam Station.
• Complete an application at the office
• Submit the required documents
• Pay the payment either by personal check or cash.
• Screen the Vision for drivers licenses
• Take the Picture

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Required Documents

Applicant must present the required identifications while submitting the application form. Follow link for identification requirements https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/forms-documents/Documents/IdentificationRequirements_English.pdf

Office Locations & Contacts

Driver and Vehicle Services Central Office Town Square Building 445 Minnesota Street, Suite 190 Saint Paul, MN 55101-5190

Driver Services [email protected]

Drivers Licenses: (651) 297-3298 Office Locations: (651) 297-2005 Drivers License Status: (651) 284-2000 or online Schedule a Skills (Road) Test: (651) 284-1000 or online Assistance for Hearing Impaired Callers (TDD/TTY): (651) 282-6555

Website: https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/locations/Pages/default.aspx

Eligibility

To Qualify for a Full-Privileges License:

• Applicant must be at least age 18, or
• Applicant must have a provisional driver's license for at least 12 consecutive months with no convictions for alcohol/controlled substance violations or crash-related moving violations, and with no more than one conviction for a moving violation that is not crash-related

Fees

• Class D, regular or under 21: $23.25
• Motorcycle Endorsement Renewal (2 wheel only): $13 (See Motorcycle Renew Endorsement for more information)
• Motorcycle Instruction Permit/Endorsement Fee: $21
• Third and Subsequent Skills Test after failing first two: $20
• Third and Subsequent Knowledge Test after failing first two: $10

Validity

Full license expires on 21st birthday.

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Instructions

Testing

• Knowledge (Written) Test: Knowledge (Written) tests are available on a walk-in basis at Driver Exam stations during certain hours. You must show proper identification when you are ready to take the test. The knowledge (written) test contains multiple choice and True/False questions that show how well you know and understand Minnesota traffic laws and road signs. Only one test is allowed per day. Some stations offer a computerized test which is available in English or several other languages (Hmong, Vietnamese, Somali, Spanish and Russian).
• Skills (Road) Test: The skills (road) test consists of a demonstration of your vehicle's safety equipment, your vehicle control skills and a driving performance test. You are tested on your ability to drive a motor vehicle safely under normal traffic conditions. You may not have anyone in the car during the test other than the driver examiner. We recommend that you make an appointment for a skills (road) test. This can be done online or by calling (651) 284-1000. See below for information regarding winter road testing. To take the road test you must have:
  • Valid instruction permit
  • Your own vehicle, on which:
    • Doors must open from inside and outside
    • Seatbelts must work properly
    • Headlights, taillights, brake lights and turn signals must work properly
    • Vehicle registration must be current or the vehicle must display a 21-day permit
  • Valid proof of insurance (such as the original insurance identification card or policy) for the vehicle you are taking the test in. Photocopies or copies off the Internet are not acceptable.
  • There is a $20 test fee for a third or subsequent test (after failing first two)
    • Payment by cash or check only.

Vision Screening

• Your eyes will be checked when you apply for a permit or driver's license. This is not a medical exam; it is a screening to determine if your vision meets minimum standards. To pass, your normal or corrected vision must be at least 20/40 in either one usable eye or both eyes together. Your peripheral vision must be at least 105 degrees in either one or both eyes.

Required Information

• Full Name
• Date and Place of Birth
• Sex
• Country
• Social Security Number
• Mailing address
• Residence address

Need for the Document

You can apply for Minnesota driver license by following the below instructions and procedure.

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