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Standard bus license plates

Standard Bus License Plates are issued to buses other than an intercity bus or school bus.  

​Bus is defined as: 

  • A motor vehicle designed for carrying more than 15 passengers including the driver and used for transporting persons. 
  • A motor vehicle that is designed for carrying more than ten passengers including the driver, (ii) used for transporting persons, and owned by a nonprofit organization and not operated for hire or for commercial purposes. 
  • A motor vehicle certified by the Department of Transportation as a special transportation service provider vehicle and receiving reimbursement as provided in  Minnesota Statute 256B.0625(17)

The registration expires annually in February. Plate displays year and month of expiration. 

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Fees 

Plate Fee: $15.50​ 

How to apply

For fastest service please visit your local motor vehicle office

Applications mailed in take longer to process and will be returned if the fees are incorrect. When mailing, please use the license plate fee page to determine fees due or contact Driver and Vehicle Services at 651-297-2126 for more information on fees. Our mailing address is: 

Driver and Vehicle Services 
445 Minnesota St.
St. Paul, MN 55101-5187​ 

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