Appointments
Driver's license renewals and REAL/Enhanced ID applications are available by appointment. Follow these steps:
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Pre-apply on the Driver and Vehicle Services website.
- Reserve an appointment online.
Reserve your appointment
Walk-ins available
Service and license centers are open for walk-ins. However, making an appointment is encouraged.
View walk-in wait times
Hours
Go to the Service & License Centers page for business hours. REAL and Enhanced ID applications must be completed 30 minutes prior to closing.
Identification requirements for REAL ID are available on the Driver and Vehicle Services website.
Locations – first-time IDs, renewals or duplicates
Locations – same day license
The Lakeville License Center offers same-day licenses. REAL, Enhanced and CDL driver's licenses and permits
will not be available same day. For more information, see the Driver and Vehicle Services website.
Renewals and duplicates
Dakota County can issue a renewed or duplicate Minnesota driver’s license or identification card.
Renewals require the applicant to take a vision test and have a photo taken. Proper identification must be present.
Duplicates are issued to replace a lost or stolen valid driver’s license or identification card. They may also be issued for address and name changes.
No knowledge or road testing
Dakota County License Centers do not offer knowledge or road testing exams. To schedule an exam appointment, go to the Driver and Vehicle Services website.
Fees
Renewal: Varies by license class and endorsements
Duplicate standard or REAL driver's license: $26
Duplicate enhanced driver's license: $41
Payment options
Cash, check, money orders, and credit or debit cards (Discover, Visa or MasterCard) are accepted. A 2.15-percent convenience fee is charged for credit and debit cards on this DVS-related service.
Forms
Application forms are available at the locations listed above.