Driver's License / State ID Cards

In person

• Driver's license renewals 
• Instruction Permits
• Replace / duplicate DL or ID
• Upgraded DL/ID

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Standard drivers license / state ID information

REAL ID drivers license / state ID information

Enhanced drivers license / state ID information

Three DL / ID versions are available: Use the Help Me Choose tool to find the  one that best fits your needs. 

Real ID extension deadline is May 7, 2025.

Payment

Credit / debit cards (2.49% service fee), cash or checks made out to Washington County.

Are you a new Minnesota resident?

As a new resident, you will need to obtain a Minnesota driver's license and get Minnesota registration for your vehicle.

• Must have valid license from another state or US territory.
• Required to pass the MN knowledge test before visiting one of our license centers.

Are you a first time driver?

• Under Age 18
• Ages 18 to 21
• Over Age 21

Appointments are required for both written and road testing.

Written test

Only by appointment at the Stillwater License Center, 1520 West Frontage Road, Stillwater.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 
Other locations: State testing location list.

Class D Road test 

Only by appointment
Wednesday and Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Schedule your test here:  drive.mn.gov.

Driver's Manuals are available online.

• Where's my license?
• Pay Reinstatement  Fees online 
  (Reinstatement fees cannot be made at Washington County locations.)
• Driver's license status lookup
• More driver's license information
• Visit: Drive.mn.gov for additional information

Real ID extension deadline is May 7, 2025.