FAQs

What do I need to bring with me to apply to get a REAL ID/DL?

Please make sure you have all the proper documents with you when you apply for a REAL ID/DL.
Specific Documents Requirements

If you have VALID Minnesota PHOTO driver’s license, permit, or ID: Is not expired, suspended, revoked, or canceled, and not disqualified for the class of vehicle being operated. Minn. Stat. § 171.01, sub. 49a.
You must provide original documents or documents certified by the agency that issued them. Digital documents shown on your phone or other electronic device will not be accepted.
If your name has changed, you must submit proof of each name change. Acceptable proof includes a certified copy of a marriage certificate, divorce decree or dissolution of marriage, or a court-ordered name change
Two different document types must be submitted for PROOF OF MINNESOTA RESIDENCY. A P.O. Box will not be accepted as an address for proof of Minnesota Residency.
If you have not updated your name change with the Social Security Administration, you must do so prior to applying for a Real ID.
Laminated documents or documents with any alterations or erasures will not be accepted.

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Auditor-Treasurer - Licensing

Please make sure you have all the proper documents with you when you apply for a REAL ID/DL.
Specific Documents Requirements

If you have VALID Minnesota PHOTO driver’s license, permit, or ID: Is not expired, suspended, revoked, or canceled, and not disqualified for the class of vehicle being operated. Minn. Stat. § 171.01, sub. 49a.
You must provide original documents or documents certified by the agency that issued them. Digital documents shown on your phone or other electronic device will not be accepted.
If your name has changed, you must submit proof of each name change. Acceptable proof includes a certified copy of a marriage certificate, divorce decree or dissolution of marriage, or a court-ordered name change
Two different document types must be submitted for PROOF OF MINNESOTA RESIDENCY. A P.O. Box will not be accepted as an address for proof of Minnesota Residency.
If you have not updated your name change with the Social Security Administration, you must do so prior to applying for a Real ID.
Laminated documents or documents with any alterations or erasures will not be accepted.

2. Can I reinstate my driver's license at your location?: No, any reinstatement fee must be paid at a drivers license exam station, or online at the Minnesota Department of Public Safety website.

3. Can I do any testing in your office?: No, the Isanti County License Center does not offer any testing, you would need to go to a drivers license exam station. Please visit the Minnesota Department of Public Safety website to locate the closest exam station.

No. Vehicles tabs, title transfers, boat licenses, etc. are done at Department of Motor Vehicles locations. The Deputy Registrar in Cambridge is the closest location to our office:

Cambridge Deputy Registrar Office
225 South Ashland St S
Cambridge, MN 55008