Dakota County requires all new applicants to go through a licensing process. Watch the informational video to learn more or apply online.
Informational video
Please watch the video to see what is required of child foster parents.
Apply to be a foster parent
Dakota County uses an online application program called BINTI. It will ask you to enter an email address, create a password and complete a short questionnaire. Then, Dakota County Foster Care licensing staff will contact you to set up a time to meet.
Questions? Contact us at 952-891-7480.
Apply now to become a licensed foster care parent