Driver's Licenses

​​​​Apply for driver's license/ID  or take a knowledge test on Driver & Vehicle Services website

Minnesotans can renew or replace a standard driver's license or ID card and take an online knowledge test on the Driver & Vehicles Services website.

Appointment services during COVID-19

Driver's license renewals and REAL/Enhanced ID applications are available by appointment. Follow these steps:

1. Pre-apply on the Driver and Vehicle Services website.
2. 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.

Precautions for staff and visitors

​If you have had a fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, shortness of breath, muscle aches, sore throat, or a new or increased cough in the last seven days OR if you have had close contact with someone who was diagnosed or suspected to have COVID-19 within the last 14 days, do not visit a county facility for an appointment. If you display these symptoms during your appointment, you will be required to leave the facility.

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.

Hours

Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL),  REAL ID and first-time ID applications will be accepted during these times:

• Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–​​3:45​ p.m.
• No Saturdays

Identification requirements for REAL ID are available on the Minnesota Department of Public Safety website.

Locations

 First-time IDs, renewals or duplicates

• Administration Center – Hastings
  
• Burnsville License Center
• Lakeville License Center

Fees

Renewal: Varies by license class and endorsements
Duplicate: $17​

Payment options

Cash, check, money orders, and credit or debit cards (Discover, Visa or MasterCard) are accepted at all three locations.

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 Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Driver and Vehicle Services website.

Forms

Application forms are available at the locations listed above.

Identification

Go to the Minnesota Department of Vehicle Services website for current rules on required identification.