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If you wish to be able to drive right away when you come to the U.S., it would be a good idea to get an International Driver's License before you leave your home country. An International License cannot be obtained once you arrive here, and may be used only temporarily until you go get your Minnesota license, within 10 days after arriving.

To obtain a Minnesota Driver's License you must take both written and driving tests. To find out when the timed tests are offered, call the Driver and Vehicle Licenses Office in Roseville (2701 N Lexington Ave) at 651-490-2294. You should obtain the Driver's License Manual from the Driver and Vehicle Licenses Office prior to taking the test and study it well. Some traffic laws here may vary from what you are accustomed to in other countries. When you go to take your written and driving tests, be sure to bring your passport, I-20, I-94, and UNW ID card with you.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, DRIVE WITHOUT A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE! THIS WILL GET YOU INTO SERIOUS TROUBLE.

Taxicabs

Taxicabs in the Twin Cities are fairly expensive and therefore not recommended as a primary mode of transportation. For short trips, there is a minimum fare posted in the cab.

Uber and Lyft

Uber and Lyft are transportation service companies offering car rides, food delivery, and bicycle-sharing through mobile apps. The transportation services are charged based on the distance you travel with the Uber and Lyft drivers. You can find the Uber and Lyft applications in the App Store or Google Play Store on your mobile device.