Compare all 211 DMV locations in Minnesota by rating and opening hours, then see what each transaction costs (licenses from $46), check REAL ID requirements and appointment options before you go.
Minnesota has about 211 Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) and deputy registrar/exam locations. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety's Driver and Vehicle Services division handles both driver licenses and vehicle registration. For official transactions and forms, always use dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs.
A Class D (regular) driver's license costs about $46 for an original and less for a renewal. New drivers complete a graduated licensing process that includes an instruction permit, supervised driving, and a provisional license.
REAL ID is available in Minnesota and costs the same as a standard driver's license or ID card. You must apply in person and provide one document proving identity, date of birth and legal presence, proof of your Social Security number, and two documents proving Minnesota residency.
Tick each item as you gather it. Bring original documents — photocopies are not accepted.
Vehicle registration is administered by DVS through deputy registrar offices and can be renewed online, by mail, or in person. Registration tax is based partly on the vehicle's value and age.
New drivers must pass a knowledge (written) test to get a permit and a road skills test to be licensed. Road tests are scheduled through the state online system or by phone.
Knowledge and road tests are scheduled online at drive.mn.gov, while many license and ID transactions are handled at deputy registrar offices that may accept walk-ins. Schedule online at drive.mn.gov or call 651-297-3298.
| Transaction | Fee |
|---|---|
| Driver's license (original/renewal) | $46 |
| ID card | $35.50 |
| REAL ID (if extra) | $0 |
Fees verified against the official Minnesota DMV website in August 2026. Fees can change — confirm at dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/license-and-id/dl-and-id-card-fees.
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Minnesota DMV offices are spread across roughly 149 cities. The largest concentrations:
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A Class D original driver's license is about $46, and a REAL ID costs the same as a standard license or ID card.
Yes, knowledge and road tests must be scheduled in advance through the state's online system at drive.mn.gov or by phone.
You need one identity/legal-presence document, proof of your Social Security number, and two documents proving Minnesota residency, and you must apply in person.
No, the state charges the same amount for a REAL ID as for a standard driver's license or identification card.
Verified links to the official Minnesota government agencies. Always confirm requirements and fees on these sites before visiting.