How To Apply:

Participation Requirements

To participate, applicants must:

Be at least 18 years of age
Own/drive a vehicle with valid insurance; must be a Class D type vehicle, no motorcycle or mopeds
Have no outstanding withdrawals which would prohibit the issuance of a limited or full license
Go to the Deputy Registrar to purchase special plates if license plates have been impounded
Must have no existing withdrawals in any other state
If driving privilege was revoked prior to age 18, must not be subject to Vanessa's Law

Revoked Status Checklist

Canceled Status Checklist

Participants who have been revoked must complete the following steps:

Pass the DWI knowledge test
Pay the $680 reinstatement fee (must submit receipt)
Apply for a new Class D driver's license (links to the Driver's License Steps and then select Renew or Get Duplicate License) and pay application fee (must submit receipt)
Sign and date the Ignition Interlock Participation Agreement
Submit a Certificate of Insurance for the vehicle(s) to be equipped with the device that is non-cancelable for a period not to exceed 12 months. The certificate can be faxed to (651) 797-1299 or emailed to dvs.ii@state.mn.us. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) of the vehicle with the device must match the VIN on the Certificate of Insurance.
If required, sign and notarize the Special Review Awareness form
Submit application paperwork to DVS by mail, fax, email or in-person (drop-off):

Mail/drop-off:
Driver and Vehicle Services
Ignition Interlock Unit
445 Minnesota Street, Suite 177
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101

Fax: (651) 797-1299

Email:dvs.ii@state.mn.us

Participants will receive their restricted license once DVS approves the application.

Participants who have been canceled must complete the following steps:

Pass the DWI knowledge test
Pay the $680 reinstatement fee (must submit receipt)
Apply for a new Class D driver's license (links to the Driver's License Steps and then select Renew or Get Duplicate License) and pay application fee (must submit receipt)
Sign and date the Ignition Interlock Participation Agreement
Sign and date the Application for Ignition Interlock Limited License
Complete a Chemical Use Assessment and, if needed, enroll in a treatment or other program. The treatment center, the assessor or the alcohol or drug counselor must fax the assessment and/or proof of enrollment directly to DVS at (651) 797-1738.
Sign and date the Last Use Statement
Submit a Certificate of Insurance for the vehicle(s) to be equipped with the device that is non-cancelable for a period not to exceed 12 months - fax to (651) 797-1299 or email to dvs.ii@state.mn.us. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) of the vehicle with the device must match the VIN on the Certificate of Insurance.
Submit application paperwork to DVS by mail, fax, email or in person (drop off):