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Driver’s License for All
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The Driver's License for All law eliminates the need to show proof of legal presence in the United States to get a standard Minnesota class D driver's license, instruction permit or standard identification (ID) card.
* Must have an appointment for the written and road exams. Depending on location, the written test can be administered on paper, computer, or orally. Please verify with your local exam station for method availability.
How to Get a Driver's License
 - Study for the written exam and prepare your required documents.
- Read the driver's manual
- Documents must be in English or translated with a certificate of translation form.
- Proof of legal presence is no longer needed after Oct. 1, 2023.
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Make an appointment online for your class D knowledge (written) test.
- October appointments are available.
- Appointments are required to apply.
- Pre-applications are not available until Oct. 1.
- Attend your appointment and pass your written test.
- The written test is available in nine languages.
- If you use a third party proctor, you will need to visit DVS to complete the application to get a permit and take a photo for your permit.
- Receive a driving permit after passing the written test.
- A vision test is required after passing the written test and before a permit is issued.
- Practice driving for three to six months before a road test can be taken.
- Six months for ages 18 and younger; three months for ages 19 and older.
- Review the manual for permit restrictions.
- Make an appointment online to take the skills (road) test.
- Bring a vehicle in safe working condition with proof of insurance and your permit to your appointment.
- Insurance does not have to be in your name but must be for the vehicle.
- After passing your road test, your photo will be taken before issuing your driver's license.
- A paper temporary driver’s license will be given until the card arrives in the mail.
- Driver's license cards can take up to 6 weeks to arrive in the mail..
- Additional requirements may apply if under 18 years. Review manual here.
Driver's License Manual and Study Material
Partner Resources
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Hennepin County Library
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Borrow a printed copy of the Minnesota Drivers Manual by using your Hennepin County Library card to reserve a copy on the library's website today! Copies are available in Spanish, Somali, Hmong, and English.
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Don't have a free library card with us? Visit your local Hennepin County Library to instantly get one. If you live outside of Hennepin County, visit Library cards | Hennepin County for more information.
- Library staff are available to answer your questions by phone, chat, and text message.
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For more information about any county resources or support, contact the Hennepin County Latino Liaison, Kimberly Marquez, at 612-310-8185 in Spanish or English
Informational Events
Community Events
Saturday, June 15, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. St. Paul Public Library DLFA presentation Hayden Heights 1456 White Bear Ave, Saint Paul MN 55106 Saturday, June 22, 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. CAPI USA World Refugee Day Tabling with info Centennial Park 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Thursday, June 27, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans MACV Summer Salute Tabling with Info CHS field 360 N Broadway St, St Paul, MN 55101
Ecuadorian Consulate Events
- DPS will be at the consulate every Monday starting Jan. 8, 2024, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Mexican Consulate Events
Monday, June 17, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m Tabling with Info 797 E 7th St, St Paul, MN 55106
TBD Mexican Mobile Consulate Tabling with info at Bethlehem Lutheran Church 720 S 2nd Street, Mankato, MN 56001
El Salvador Consulate EventsConsulado General de El Salvador, 60 Plato Blvd, Suite 150, St. Paul, MN 55107 (inside the Drake building). Thursday, June 13, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 14, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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