Minnesota

When moving from South Dakota to Minnesota, you must register your vehicle within 60 days of establishing residency. You must also transfer your driver's license within 60 days. Plan to visit the Minnesota DMV promptly after your move.

Registering your vehicle in Minnesota costs $35 + registration tax based on value. Title transfer fee is $8.25 (title transfer is required). Vehicle sales/use tax is 6.875%. Budget for these costs before your move.

Minnesota requires emissions testing: Twin Cities metro area. No recurring safety inspection is required. Check if your specific county requires testing.

Minnesota requires minimum liability insurance of 30/60/10 (bodily injury per person / per accident / property damage, in thousands). Your current South Dakota minimums are 25/50/25. You must update your insurance to meet Minnesota requirements before registering.

Minnesota requires both front and rear plates (South Dakota requires front and rear). Surrender out-of-state plates; new MN plates issued. You will need to surrender your South Dakota plates and obtain new Minnesota plates.

For the most current requirements, fees, and forms, visit the official Minnesota DMV at https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/. Requirements can change, so verify before your move.