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The material details required testing, including a Class D knowledge test and vision screening, plus where testing can be taken and what documents or fees may apply. 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If aged 15–18, they must complete the required classroom instruction and be enrolled in behind-the-wheel instruction.","Answer",{"name":115,"@type":110,"acceptedAnswer":116},"What tests are required for a Class D Instruction Permit?",{"text":117,"@type":113},"Applicants must pass the Class D knowledge test and a vision screening.",{"name":119,"@type":110,"acceptedAnswer":120},"How long must you hold an Instruction Permit before taking a driving test?",{"text":121,"@type":113},"If you are 18 and under, you must practice with a licensed adult driver for at least six months, and you must be age 16 to take the road test after completing behind-the-wheel instruction (with stated exceptions). If you are 19 or older, you must practice for at least three months before taking a driving test.","https://schema.org",{"og:url":83,"og:type":124,"og:title":65,"og:site_name":95,"og:description":67},"article",{"robots":126,"canonical":83},"index,follow",{"doc_id":128,"site_id":62},433044,1791150795,{"code":4,"msg":5,"data":131},{"doc_id":128,"user_id":132,"nickname":92,"user_avatar":133,"doc_module":4,"category_id":19,"category_name":20,"doc_title":65,"doc_description":67,"doc_content":134,"file_id":135,"file_url":136,"file_type":137,"file_size":138,"view_count":39,"is_deleted":4,"is_public":8,"is_downloadable":8,"audit_status":8,"page_count":14,"language":139,"language_code":63,"site_id":62,"html_lang":63,"table_of_contents":140,"faqs":141,"seo_title":142,"seo_description":67,"update_tm":143,"read_time":24},687197100911,"https://ap-avatar.wpscdn.com/avatar/a000239b6f1da00475?x-image-process=image/resize,m_fixed,w_180,h_180&k=1785132997149421697","MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DRIVER AND VEHICLE SERVICES  \n445 Minnesota St., Saint Paul, MN 55101 Phone: (651) 297-3298 TTY: (651) 282-6555  \nFax: (651) 797-1120  \n[dvs.dps. mn.gov](dvs.dps. mn.gov)  \nDriver Services Class D Instruction Permit FAQs  \nAt what age can a person obtain a Class D Instruction Permit to practice driving?  \n• Must be at least 15 years of age  \n• If between ages 15-18, must have completed the appropriate amount of classroom instruction and be enrolled in behind-the-wheel instruction  \nWhat testing is required?  \n• Must pass Class D knowledge test  \n• Must pass vision screening  \nWhere can I take the Class D knowledge test?  \n• There are 95 driver exam stations located across the [state. Refer to](state. Refer to dvs.dps.mn.gov)[ ](state. Refer to dvs.dps.mn.gov)[dvs.dps.mn.gov](state. Refer to dvs.dps.mn.gov)  \n[What do I need to bring for the knowledge test?](What do I need to bring for the knowledge test?)  \n• Identification documents (refer [to](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or)[ ](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or)[dvs.dps.mn.gov](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or)[ or](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or) the driver’s manual for a list of acceptable documents)  \n• Proof of completing driver education if under age 18  \n• If you fail two consecutive tests, a $10 fee will be charged for each subsequent knowledge test  \nWhere do I make application for the Instruction Permit?  \n• There are 14 exam stations that accept applications and 127 Driver’s License Agent offices. Refer to  \n[dvs.dps.mn.gov](dvs.dps.mn.gov)  \nWhat do I need to bring when making application for the Instruction Permit?  \n• Proof of passing the Class D knowledge test  \n• Identification documents (refer [to](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or)[ ](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or)[dvs.dps.mn.gov](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or)[ or](to dvs.dps.mn.gov or) the driver’s manual for a list of acceptable documents)  \n• Corrective lenses (if needed)  \n• Parent or legal guardian, if under the age of 18. If they are not available at time of application, need their notarized signature on the application.  \n• Appropriate fee  \nHow long do I need to have an Instruction Permit?  \n• If you are 18 and under, you must practice driving with a licensed adult driver for at least six months before a driving test can be taken  \no You must complete behind the wheel instruction and be age 16 to take the road test. Exceptions are for farm work and medical licenses  \n• If you are 19 or older, you must practice driving with an adult licensed driver for at least three months before taking a driving test  \nDriver Services Class D Instruction Permit FAQs  \nWhat if I am under age 18 and have an Instruction Permit from another state?  \nIf applying for a Minnesota Instruction Permit:  \n• Must meet ID requirements  \n• Present out of state Instruction Permit  \n• Pass Class D knowledge test  \n• Fill out application  \n• Parent/legal guardian signature  \n• Pay Instruction Permit fee  \nIf applying for a Minnesota Driver’s License and using Instruction Permit time from another state:  \n• At the time of the road test, you must present a certified copy of your driving record from your previous state showing you had valid driving privileges the last six months  \n• Present proof of having driver’s training equivalent to Minnesota’s requirements of 30 hours classroom and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel  \n• Documentation of passing the road test  \n• Fill out application  \n• Parent/legal guardian signature  \n• Pay Driver’s License fee  \nWhat if I am under age 15 and I have an Instruction Permit from another state?  \n• Minnesota law does not allow a person under the age of 15 to drive","cbCailpjq73RKycl","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailpjq73RKycl","pdf",159515,"English","# Driver and Vehicle Services Class D Instruction Permit FAQs\n## Eligibility and required testing\n## Test locations and required documents\n## Applying for an Instruction Permit\n## Permit duration and practice requirements\n## Out-of-state permits and instruction time","[{\"question\":\"At what age can someone obtain a Class D Instruction Permit in Minnesota?\",\"answer\":\"A person must be at least 15 years old. 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