Anyone who drives a motor vehicle on public streets or highways in Minnesota must carry a valid and unexpired drivers license. If you have never had a drivers license in any state or country, you must pass a knowledge test and a vision test, apply for an instruction permit, and pass a road test. If your Minnesota drivers license has been expired for more than one year, but less than five years, you must pass a knowledge test and a vision test before applying for a new license. If you are moving to Minnesota from another state, certain U.S. territories, or Canada, you can obtain a license by passing the knowledge and vision tests. You have up to 60 days after becoming a resident to obtain your regular Minnesota license or permit; with a commercial license, up to 30 days. You must also present a valid drivers license, or one expired for less than one year, from your former home state. If you have a motorcycle endorsement on your out-of-state license, you can obtain a Minnesota endorsement by passing a test and paying the appropriate fees.
The road test consists of a demonstration of your vehicles safety equipment, your vehicle control skills, and a driving performance test. You will be tested on the rules of the road and your ability to drive a motor vehicle safely under normal traffic conditions. The examiner will evaluate your awareness of risks and your reaction to them. You will be evaluated on your ability to use good observation at intersections, when changing lanes, and in other situations. You will not be asked to do anything illegal during the test. When you have the necessary driving skills and meet all the requirements, you are ready to take the road test. In order to take the road test, you must present your valid instruction permit and current proof of insurance in the form of the original insurance identification card or policy. You must provide your own vehicle to take the test. Neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs) may not be used for this test. The vehicle doors must open from both the inside and the outside. Seat belts must work properly. The headlights, taillights, turn signals, and brake lights must be in working order. Any equipment required by restrictions on your license or instruction permit must be in working order, unless you are attempting to have the restrictions removed.
The road test consists of a demonstration of your vehicles safety equipment, your vehicle control skills, and a driving performance test. You will be tested on the rules of the road and your ability to drive a motor vehicle safely under normal traffic conditions. The examiner will evaluate your awareness of risks and your reaction to them. You will be evaluated on your ability to use good observation at intersections, when changing lanes, and in other situations. You will not be asked to do anything illegal during the test. When you have the necessary driving skills and meet all the requirements, you are ready to take the road test. In order to take the road test, you must present your valid instruction permit and current proof of insurance in the form of the original insurance identification card or policy. You must provide your own vehicle to take the test. Neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs) may not be used for this test. The vehicle doors must open from both the inside and the outside. Seat belts must work properly. The headlights, taillights, turn signals, and brake lights must be in working order. Any equipment required by restrictions on your license or instruction permit must be in working order, unless you are attempting to have the restrictions removed.
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