Permit and Driver’s Testing Info
PERMIT TEST
How does it work?
QUALIFICATIONS
You must be at least 15 years old.
Have completed 30 hours of classroom instruction and enrollment in behind-the-wheel instruction.
If you are 18 or older, classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction is not required.
Must pass a vision screening and knowledge test.
DRIVER’S TEST
How does it work?
DRIVER REQUIREMENTS
In Minnesota, the road test requirements will vary depending on your age.
If you’re age 18 or under:
You must be at least 16.
You must have completed 30 classroom hours of driver education.
You must have had an instruction permit for at least six months.
You must have completed the required 6 hours of behind the wheel lessons.
You must have maintained a violation-free driving record for six months.
You must have completed the required 50 driving hours at home with a licensed adult (with 15 of these hours during the evening/after dark) and have filled out your driving log.
If you’re over age 18, driver education is not required and you only need to have held your instruction permit for three months.
SCHEDULING YOUR MINNESOTA DRIVING SKILLS TEST
If you’re ready to take your skills test, go ahead and pre-apply online to save time at the Minnesota driver licensing office. Then schedule an appointment at an office near you.
VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
You’ll drive your own vehicle during the driving skills test. Make sure that it has valid registration and insurance; you’ll need to present proof at the driver licensing office. Additionally, your vehicle must function properly, and a quick vehicle check will take place immediately before your exam. You’ll want to make sure that lights (headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals), seat belts, doors, etc. are working properly. For use of a Right Way vehicle to take your road test in, contact us HERE to schedule.
Scheduling Your Permit or Road Test
Scheduling a permit or road test must be done online through the State of MN DVS website HERE. Then follow these steps to schedule:
-Answer: Have you ever had an instruction permit or license. Yes or no
-Enter: Required applicant information
-Click: Next
-Click: The exam station you wish to test at
-Click: Next
-Go to the calendar and select a date and time
-Confirm
**PLEASE NOTE: The exam station will not take phone calls, so scheduling must be done online.
Questions? Call Us at Right Way Driving School
Road Testing Locations
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GRAND RAPIDS EXAM STATION
(218) 326-4225
401 SE 11th Street, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00am-4:30pm
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HIBBING EXAM STATION
(218) 262-4329
3106 E Beltline Highway, Hibbing, MN 55746
Hours:
Tuesday - Friday
7:00am-5:00pm
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VIRGINIA EXAM STATION
(218) 741-5533
1401 S 12th Avenue W, Virginia, MN 55792
Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00am-4:30pm
WHAT TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR WRITTEN PERMIT TEST
If you do not have the following documents with you on test day, you will not be allowed to take the written permit test. This is required for all applicants.
Blue card the student receives upon completing classroom instruction
Primary form of ID such as certified birth certificate, unexpired passport or MN ID card as well as your social security number
Secondary form of ID such as non laminated social security card or official school transcript with complete legal name
Fees: $15.50
A parent or guardian who is willing to sign/approve your license application.
WHAT TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR ROAD TEST
If you do not have the following documents with you on test day, you will not be allowed to take the Minnesota road test. This is required for all applicants.
A valid instruction permit.
Their social security number.
A vehicle that is properly insured and registered and is working safely.
Proof of registration and insurance for your vehicle.
Licensing fees: Provisional License-$19.25 Regular Class D License-$32.00
**Additionally, if you’re under the age of 18, you’ll need to bring:
Proof of driver education completion.
A completed and signed driving log.
If needed, proof of supplemental parental curriculum completion.
A parent or guardian who is willing to sign/approve your license application.
New Driver’s License System Offers Pre-Application Feature
A new pre-application feature allows Minnesotans to enter a significant portion of their driver’s license, permit or ID card application online-including REAL ID applications, reducing the time spent in driver’s license offices. We encourage all students (and parents) to pre-apply at www.mndriveinfo.org before going in for your permit, license or license renewal.