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How to Renew/Replace a Motorcycle License in Minnesota

HOW TO RENEW YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

A Minnesota Motorcycle License can be renewed in person at any Driver License office in the State. The Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services notifies owners of the expiration date of their motorcycle license by mail in advance.

WHEN TO RENEW YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

Your Minnesota motorcycle license will generally expire on your birthday. The license expires on your fourth birthday after issuance or renewal.

TO RENEW IN PERSON

You must bring:

  • Your expiring Minnesota motorcycle license or proof of ID if the expiring license is not available.
  • If your name has changed, documentation like marriage certificate, certified divorce or dissolution of marriage decree, or other certified court orders mentioning such a change will be required.
  • An application form needs to be filled in with the Social Security Number on it. The form is available only at the Driver License office.
  • The renewal fee payable in cash or a personal check.
  • Take a vision test and a new photograph.

HOW TO REPLACE YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

A Minnesota Motorcycle License can be replaced in person at any Driver License office in the State.

WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

You must replace your motorcycle license if your original license has been lost, stolen or destroyed.

TO REPLACE IN PERSON

You must:
  • Bring proper identification. The state of Minnesota requires that you present one piece of primary ID and one piece of secondary ID when applying for a duplicate motorcycle license.
  • Bring the correct fee. Please contact your local Driver License office to confirm the fee before applying in person, since fees may vary.
  • If you are relatively close to the expiration date, you can renew your motorcycle license instead of applying for a duplicate.
Note: Minnesota residents who are temporarily out of state and unable to apply in person may apply for a duplicate motorcycle license by calling the driver's license helpline at (651) 297-3298. A package with the necessary documents will be mailed to your current address. Depending on the time of the year you apply, it might take up to six weeks for the duplicate motorcycle license to reach you.

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