The Minnesota
driver handbook.
Use the handbook as your source of truth. This page helps you find it, understand what to look for, and turn reading into focused practice.
Open the official handbookYour reading path.
- 01Road signs & signals
Recognize the message before you reach the sign.
- 02Right of way
Work through intersections, turns, and shared spaces.
- 03Safe driving
Build space, awareness, and good decisions.
- 04Parking & stopping
Know where and how to leave your vehicle safely.
- 05Rules of the road
Understand lane choices, passing, and road markings.
Before your appointment.
Minnesota’s manual says a first-time driver must pass a written test and vision test, obtain an instruction permit, and pass a road test.
Use the manual’s winter-driving material to practice smooth control, longer stopping space, and careful scanning when snow or ice reduces traction.
The manual includes dedicated sections for traffic laws, vehicle operation, sharing the road, and emergencies; rotate among them in each study session.
Permit eligibility, documents, fees, and appointment details can change. Confirm those details with Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Driver and Vehicle Services before you go.