License Bureau

License Bureau

Hours of Operation
Monday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday:  8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday:  8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

The White Bear Lake License Bureau offers walk-in service only. We do not provide appointments for any service at this time. Due to increased transaction times and customer volume, customers must be in line 45 minutes prior to close - 4:15 p.m. (M/W/TH/F) and 5:15 p.m. (T).

**Important Note: We do not provide knowledge or road testing or accept reinstatement fees. Please visit the State of Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services website for more information on these services. 

The License Bureau accepts cash, checks and all major credit credits. There is a non-refundable service fee of 2.15% charged for each credit or debit card transaction.  Please visit the State of Minnesota DVS website for fees as we do not provide price quotes for any type of transaction via phone or email.

Please email the License Bureau if you have any questions.
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Certain Motor Vehicle and DNR services can be done via the dropbox outside of City Hall.  Transactions are processed and mailed to your home, or receive notification when transactions are done and may be picked up in person.

Review the identification requirements for the REAL ID or Enhanced ID and save time filling out forms in the office with the pre-application online.  Please allow at least 45 minutes for in-office processing times.