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Visit an office to apply for or renew an ID card. You must present one of the following:
A primary document must include your full name and the month, day and year of your birth.
If you cannot provide one of these documents, you must present proof documents for the type of card you are applying for. You may request an exception if you do not have proper documents for a Standard or REAL ID.
Documents will not be accepted if laminated or otherwise altered.
Pay the required fee for your ID card. You can apply for a reduced fee or a free ID card if you are a youth experiencing homelessness.
Eligibility Verification for Reduced Fee ID Card
What if ID card is lost or need to change information
You will need to apply for a duplicate license if your current ID card is lost, damaged or destroyed. For a duplicate ID card, the photo and signature on file will be used on your replacement card.
You may also apply for a duplicate ID card if you have changed your name or address. You will need to provide two proofs of your new address if you hold a REAL ID.
You will apply for a renewal if your card expires in the next 30 days. Our system will default to a renewal nine months before your expiration.
How to show that name has changed
Minnesota law requires that you apply for a new ID card within 30 days of legally changing your name. For a name change, one of the following is necessary:
The document must show the before and after name change. You must provide documentation of name changes, starting from the name listed on your primary document to your current name.
You may request an exception if you do not have proper documents to apply for a Standard or REAL ID.
Document is not in English
All documents presented in a language other than English must also have an English translation and a certificate of translation form.
Certificate of translation form
Your Minnesota driver's license, ID or permit must have a full-face image. You may be asked to remove your eyeglasses.
Religious head coverings are acceptable as long as they do not cover your face. Find more information about acceptable head coverings.
You may request an exemption if you have a religious objection with the identification card image requirements.
Petition for variance form: No photoYou are required to provide your Social Security number on the application form if you are eligible for one.
If you are not eligible for a Social Security number, you must say that on the application form. You may need to supply additional documents.
Your Social Security number is not located on or embedded in a Minnesota driver's license, ID or permit. It is private information that is secured on the driver’s license information system and accessible only to those lawfully authorized to access it.
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See ID card forms and documents
Identification (ID) card documents| Form | Use this form to: |
|---|---|
| Application for a Driver's License or Identification Card (PS33100) | Apply for a Minnesota instruction permit, driver's license or identification card. |
| Application for a Driver's License Fee Refund (PS31081) | Request a refund of identification card fees you paid. |
| Autism spectrum - mental health - emergency/caretaker contacts (PS34300) | Add or remove emergency contact or caretaker information from your driver record. Add or remove the Autism Spectrum and/or Mental Health Indicator from your card. |
| Victim of identity theft (PS31300) | Add a law enforcement alert of identity theft to your record. |
| Eligibility verification of reduced fee ID card (PS33117) | Provide DVS proof of eligibility for a reduced fee ID card. This form must be completed by a licensed medical professional or case manager. |
| Homeless youth ID (PS2908) | Provide DVS proof of eligibility for a homeless youth ID card. This form must be signed by a Human Services agency employee, school staff, or school social worker. |
| Status check information | Learn more about status check information. |
| Certificate of translation form (PS33210) | Provide proof of document translation. This form must be completed in English. |
| Customer service incident report (DVSM-20) | Submit a report about misinformation received from DVS staff. |
| Form | Use this form to: |
|---|---|
| Petition for a Variance - No ID or Residency Documents (PS33160) | Petition for a variance from providing necessary documents to get a license or ID. |
| Petition for a Variance - Religious Conflict with DL/ID Requirements (PS30371) | Petition for a variance from card photo requirements for religious reasons. |
| Petition for a Variance - Homebound Photo Variance (PS2907) | Petition for a variance from card photo requirements due to being homebound. |
| Identification cards | Fee |
|---|---|
| Under age 65 | $35.50 |
| Under age 65, renewal | $30.50 |
| Age 65 and older | $32 |
| Age 65 and older, renewal (Enhanced ID) | $30.50 |
| Age 65 and older, renewal (REAL ID) | $27 |
| Physical disability, developmental disability or qualified mental illness | $0.50 |
| Homeless youth (documentation required) | FREE |
| ** Enhanced identification card (in addition to applicable ID card fee) | $15 |
