REAL IDs: What to Know Beginning October 1, 2018, Minnesota's REAL ID Driver's License and Identification Cards will be offered. Get more information here.

Use this comparison chart to find out what License or ID best fits your needs. 

State Identification Card

• Submit proof of identity.
• Verification of physical disability or mental disability needed for special fee I.D.
• Have a photo taken.

Fees

• Renewal / First Application - $20.25
• Senior Citizen (65 over) - $16.50
• Duplicate - $15.75
• Special Fee* - $0.50

Driver's License Duplicate

• Submit proof of identity.
• Make new application. If application is different than State computer, proof of identity is required.
• Pay fee of $15.75.

Note: Applicants under 18 of age must have the application signed by parent or guardian and their signature must be notarized.

Driver's License Renewal

• Submit current driver's license.
• Take vision and peripheral test.
• Have a photo taken.

Note: Applicants under 18 years of age must have the application signed by parent or guardian and their signature must be notarized.

Fees

• Class A - $45.25
• Class B - $37.25
• Class C - $30.25
• Class D - $26.25

Note: Add $13 for renewal of motorcycle endorsement.

Enhanced Driver's License/ID Card

• Available only at the state's Exam Stations located at 2161 Bassett Drive, Mankato. 
• Click here for more information. 

Real ID License/ID Card

• Available at the License Center beginning October 1, 2018 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
• Available at the state's Exam Station located at 2161 Bassett Drive, Mankato. 
• Click here for more information.