Driver’s License for All
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
The manual is available in multiple languages on our Forms/Documents/Manuals page.
Printed copies are available in Spanish, Somali, Hmong, and English at the Hennepin County Library - see below under Resources.
Practice Test - The test consists of 25 practice questions to help people prepare for the written test.
Road Test Study Guide - English version tips to help prepare.
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Avoid Fraud and Scams
Use only official Minnesota DVS exam stations and certified Deputy Registrar offices: Search for Office Locations
Only trust fees from this page: /divisions/dvs/Pages/drivers-license-fees.aspx
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Forms and Resources
- Forms in Dari
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Dari
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Dari
- DL4ALL FAQ in Dari
- Certificate of Translation Form in Dari
- Driver's License Application Form in Dari
- Driver Services Fees in Dari
- Class D Written Practice Test in Dari
- DL manual in Dari
- Road test Study Guide in Dari
- Forms in Pashto
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Pashto
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Pashto
- DL4ALL FAQ in Pashto
- Certificate of Translation Form in Pashto
- Driver's License Application Form in Pashto
- Driver Services Fees in Pashto
- Class D Written Practice Test in Pashto
- DL manual in Pashto
- Road Test Study Guide in Pashto
- Forms in Spanish
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Spanish
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Spanish
- DL4ALL FAQ in Spanish
- Certificate of Translation Form in Spanish
- Driver's License Application Form in Spanish
- Driver Services Fees in Spanish
- Class D Written Practice Test in Spanish
- DL manual in Spanish
- Road Test Study Guide Spanish
- Forms in Somali
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Somali
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Somali
- DL4ALL FAQ in Somali
- Certificate of Translation Form in Somali
- Driver's License Application Form in Somali
- Driver Services Fees in Somali
- Class D Written Practice Test in Somali
- DL manual in Somali
- Road Test Study Guide in Somali
- Forms in Vietnamese
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Vietnamese
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Vietnamese
- DL4ALL FAQ in Vietnamese
- Certificate of Translation Form in Vietnamese
- Driver's License Application Form in Vietnamese
- Class D Written Practice Test in Vietnamese
- DL manual in Vietnamese
- Road Test Study Guide in Vietnamese
- Forms in Hmong
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Hmong
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Hmong
- DL4ALL FAQ in Hmong
- Certificate of Translation Form in Hmong
- Driver's License Application Form in Hmong
- Driver Services Fees in Hmong
- Class D Written Practice Test in Hmong
- DL manual in Hmong
- Forms in Karen
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Karen
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Karen
- DL4ALL FAQ in Karen
- Certificate of Translation Form in Karen
- Driver's License Application Form in Karen
- Driver Services Fees in Karen
- Class D Written Practice Test in Karen.
- DL manual in Karen
- Forms in Ukrainian
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Ukrainian
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Ukrainian
- DL4ALL FAQ in Ukranian
- Certificate of Translation Form in Ukrainian
- Driver's License Application Form in Ukrainian
- Driver Services Fees in Ukrainian
- Class D Written Practice Test in Ukrainian
- DL Manual in Ukrainian
- Road Test Study Guide in Ukrainain
- Forms in Russian
- DL4ALL Fact Sheet in Russian
- DL4ALL Required / Secondary Documents in Russian
- DL4ALL FAQ in Russian
- Certificate of Translation Form in Russian
- Driver's License Application Form in Russian
- Driver Services Fees in Russian
- Class D Written Practice Test in Russian
- DL manual in Russian
- Road Test Study Guide in Russian
- Forms in French
- DL For All Required Primary / Secondary Documents - This link is forms needed on Oct 1, 2023
- DL For All Fact Sheet
- DL For All FAQ Long Version
- Certificate of Translation Form
- Minnesota Proof Requirements for Auto Voter Registration
- Approved Translation Vendors (checkbox on Certificate of Translation form)
- Third Party Proctoring List - Third party proctors are private businesses that may charge up to $10 to administer each class D knowledge (written) test. Additionally, DVS will charge an additional $10 fee for each attempt after the second. No surcharge fees can be added.
- Proctors can now provide class D knowledge test in English, Spanish, ASL, Hmong, Vietnamese, Karen and audio for all these languages.
Partner Resources
- Communications Toolkit (PDF) for community partners and media outlets
- Multilingual Graphics and Videos for community partners and media outlets
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Unidos MN - Hosts informational meetings: "Everything You Need to Know About Driver's Licenses for All" call 612-231-9719 or email info@unidos-mn.org Spanish audio of the driver's license manual and other resources at
- Fe y Justicia MN - Waite Park, MN https://www.fjmn.org Contacts: call Fabi at 320-412-3660 or Perla at 320-291-6355
- COPAL of Minnesota - Espanol study groups available for the driver's knowledge (written) test - call 612-427-2011.
- Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (ILCM) - https://www.ilcm.org/drivers-licenses-for-all/. The ILCM fact sheet can be found at https://www.lawhelpmn.org/self-help-library/fact-sheet/how-apply-your-minnesota-drivers-license
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MN Immigrant Movement (MIM) - Monday - Sunday driver's license manual classes in Espanol - call
612-246-1149. email immigrantmovementmn@gmail.com or click here for their webpage. - If you need an ASL or language interpreter or other special accommodations, please call Driver and Vehicle Services at 651-284-1234.
- Oromia 11 - Oromo Community call 612-345-7172 or email info@oromia11.org
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City of Minneapolis - Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs call 612-394-6018 or email oira@minneapolismn.gov
- Hennepin County Library
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- Wednesday, July 10, Austin Public Library with COPAL. From 6pm to 8pm. (323 4th AVE NE Austin, MN 55912)
- Monday, July 15, 6 - 8 p.m. - Unidos Facebook Live
- Saturday, July 20, Unidos. First Presbyterian Church- 706 3rd AVE S Saint
James, MN 56081. - Saturday, July 27, 10 - 2 p.m. Unidos. El Colegio- High School- 4137 Bloomington Ave Minneapolis, MN 55407
- Thursday, August 8, 4 - 7:30 p.m. Tri Valley Opportunity Council in Elgin, MN (52497
275th Ave Elgin, MN 55932) - Saturday, August 10, 1 - 3 p.m - Citizenship Fair - Arlington Hills Public Library/
Community Center 1200 Payne Ave, St Paul, MN 55130 - Friday, August 23, Noon until supplies last. CLUES in Austin, MN 1900 8th AVE NW Door W5 Austin, MN 55912 (Riverland CC)
- Thursday, Aug. 22 - Monday, Sept 2 Minnessota State Fair
Ecuadorian Consulate Events
- DPS will be at the consulate every Monday starting Jan. 8, 2024, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Mexican Consulate Events
- Friday, July 12, 9 a.m. - noon, Mexican Consulate (797 7TH ST E Saint Paul, MN 55106)
- Saturday, August 10, 9 a.m. - noon, Mexican Consulate in Saint Paul
El Salvador Consulate Events
Consulado General de El Salvador, 60 Plato Blvd, Suite 150, St. Paul, MN 55107 (inside the Drake building).