MN Driver's Permit Eligibility and Application

Eligibility

• Minnesota residents must be at least 15 years old to apply for a driver's permit
• Applicants under 18 years old must provide proof of identity and residency
• Applicants 18 years old or older must provide proof of identity

Application Process

• Gather required documents:
  • Proof of identity (birth certificate, passport, or certificate of citizenship)
  • Proof of residency (utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement)
  • Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
• Fill out the application form (available online or at a DMV office)
• Take a vision test
• Pay the permit fee ($14.25)

Permit Types

• Instruction Permit: allows practice driving under the supervision of a licensed driver
• Provisional License: intermediate step between the permit and full driver's license

Permit Restrictions

• Must be accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years old or older with at least 1 year of driving experience
• No driving between midnight and 5 am unless accompanied by a licensed driver 25 years old or older
• No using a cell phone or other electronic device while driving

Written Test

• Covers traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices
• Consists of 40 multiple-choice questions
• Must score at least 80% to pass

Holding Period

• Must hold the permit for at least 3 months before taking the road test
• During this time, applicants must complete 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours of nighttime driving

Road Test

• Demonstrates safe driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws
• Administered by a licensed examiner
• Must score at least 80% to pass

Eligibility

• Applicants must be at least 15 years old to apply for a driver's permit in Minnesota
• Those under 18 years old must provide proof of identity and residency
• Those 18 years old or older must provide proof of identity

Application Process

• Required documents include proof of identity, proof of residency, and Social Security number or ITIN
• Application forms can be obtained online or at a DMV office
• A vision test is required
• The permit fee is $14.25

Permit Types

• An Instruction Permit allows practice driving under the supervision of a licensed driver
• A Provisional License is an intermediate step between the permit and full driver's license

Permit Restrictions

• Practice driving must be accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years old or older with at least 1 year of driving experience
• Driving between midnight and 5 am is not allowed unless accompanied by a licensed driver 25 years old or older
• Using a cell phone or other electronic device while driving is prohibited

Written Test

• The test covers traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices
• The test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions
• A minimum score of 80% is required to pass

Holding Period

• The permit must be held for at least 3 months before taking the road test
• During this time, applicants must complete 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours of nighttime driving

Road Test

• The test demonstrates safe driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws
• The test is administered by a licensed examiner
• A minimum score of 80% is required to pass

Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum age to apply for a driver's permit in Minnesota is 15 years old
• Applicants under 18 years old must provide proof of identity and residency
• Applicants 18 years old or older must provide proof of identity

Application Process

• Required documents: proof of identity, proof of residency, and Social Security number or ITIN
• Application form can be filled out online or at a DMV office
• Vision test is required
• Permit fee is $14.25

Permit Types

• Instruction Permit: allows supervised driving practice
• Provisional License: intermediate step between permit and full driver's license

Permit Restrictions

• Must be supervised by a licensed driver 21 years old or older with at least 1 year of experience
• No driving between midnight and 5 am unless supervised by a licensed driver 25 years old or older
• No cell phone or electronic device use while driving

Written Test

• Covers traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices
• 40 multiple-choice questions
• Minimum passing score is 80%

Holding Period

• Minimum 3 months holding period before taking the road test
• Required 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours of nighttime driving

Road Test

• Demonstrates safe driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws
• Administered by a licensed examiner
• Minimum passing score is 80%

Learn about the eligibility criteria and application process for obtaining a driver's permit in Minnesota, including required documents and age restrictions.