Online Course

Is the 30-hour online course alone enough to take the knowledge test?

No, behind-the-wheel enrollment is required by the MN DPS.

Is the online 30-hour course alone enough to take the permit test?

No, Minnesota DPS requires BOTH:

  • 30-hour driver education completion
  • Registration with a state-licensed driving school for Behind-the-Wheel (BTW)

Just Turned 14?

If my child just turned 14, can they start driver's education?

Yes, students may begin the 30-hour classroom/online driver education course as soon as they turn 14 years old in Minnesota.

Can my child take the permit (knowledge) test at 14?

No, the earliest age to take the permit test is 15.

Can my child complete the 30-hour course at age 14?

Yes, Ansari Driving School offers a Minnesota DPS-approved 30-hour online driver education course, which students may complete at age 14.

30-Hour Online Driver's Education

Is a printed certificate required at the DMV?

No, the DMV verifies completion directly in their system.

Will we receive a Blue Card after completing the course?

There will be no physical blue card given out. Ansari Driving School submits the student's completion electronically to the MN DPS/DMV system.

Can my child take the permit (knowledge) test after finishing the 30 hours?

No, not by itself. In Minnesota, completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction is not enough on its own. Students must first enroll in behind‑the‑wheel (BTW) lessons before they are allowed to take the permit (knowledge) test.

Once the student is officially enrolled in BTW, we electronically submit their information to the DPS/DVS portal. This replaces the old "Blue Card" system. After the electronic submission is completed, the student becomes eligible to take the knowledge test at a DVS exam station.

Is Ansari Driving School's 30-hour course approved by Minnesota DPS?

Yes, Ansari Driving School is approved by the Minnesota DPS and offers a 30-hour online driver education program.

Is the course fully online?

Yes!

  • Complete at your own pace
  • Accessible from home
  • Progress is saved automatically

What is the minimum age to start the 30-hour course?

You must be at least 14 years old to start the 30-hour online course.

What is the 30-Hour Online Driver's Education course?

The 30-hour online driver's education course is a Minnesota DPS-approved classroom requirement for teens seeking a driver's permit. 

  • Required by MN DPS
  • Can be completed online

Blue Card

Who should I contact if DMV cannot see the record?

Please contact Ansari Driving School immediately. (651) 239-4383. We will verify and resend the electronic submission if needed.

How long does it take for DMV to see the record?

Usually 1-2 business days after:

  • Course completion
  • BTW registration is confirmed

We recommend waiting 24-48 hours before going to the DMV.

How does the DMV know my child is eligible?

Ansari Driving School:

  • Registers the student in the MN DPS portal
  • Submits driver education credentials electronically

No paperwork is required from parents in most cases

What should we bring to the DMV?
  • Student's ID documents
  • Proof of BTW registration (if requested)
  • Payment for the permit test

No blue card is required unless DMV specifically asks (rare).

 

Can my child take the permit test with just the online course?

No, completing the 30-hour online course alone does NOT authorize the permit test.

MN DPS requires:

  • 30-hour classroom completion AND
  • Registration with a state-licensed driving school for BTW instruction

When will Ansari Driving School issue the Blue Card?

Minnesota no longer issues physical blue cards in most cases. Ansari Driving School submits student completion electronically to the MN DPS/DMV system.

Once the following are completed:

  • 30-hour online driver education course completed
  • The student is registered for Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) training with us (or simply presents a completion certificate to another licensed driving school and registers with them).

The information is sent electronically to the DMV, usually within 1-2 business days.

What is the "Blue Card"?

The Blue Card is the common name for the Certificate of Classroom Completion for the required 30 hours of Minnesota driver education. It is needed for students under 18 before taking the DMV knowledge (permit) test.

Behind-the-Wheel

Do you offer pickup and drop‑off for behind‑the‑wheel lessons?

Yes, Ansari Driving School provides pickup and drop-off from the student's home, school, or workplace within our service area. Students outside the service area meet at a designated pickup point.

Can I ride with my teen, spouse, or family member during their behind‑the‑wheel lesson?

No. For safety, insurance, and state‑approved training requirements, only the student and the licensed driving instructor are allowed in the vehicle during a behind‑the‑wheel lesson.

This means:

  • Parents cannot ride along with their teens.

  • Spouses cannot ride along with each other

  • No family members, friends, or additional passengers may accompany the student

Behind‑the‑wheel training must take place in a controlled, distraction‑free environment so the instructor can focus on teaching and the student can focus on driving safely.

 

Why does Ansari Driving School operate from a residential address, and how does pickup and drop‑off work?

Ansari Driving School operates from a residential address because our behind‑the‑wheel program is designed around convenience and accessibility. We provide pickup and drop-off directly from the student's preferred location—home, school, or workplace—as long as they live within our service area.

Our service areas include:

  • Apple Valley, MN

  • Bloomington, MN

  • Burnsville, MN

  • Eagan, MN

  • Farmington, MN

  • Lakeville, MN

  • Rosemount, MN

Students who live outside our service area are still welcome to take behind‑the‑wheel lessons with us. Since their home address is not within our boundaries, we provide designated pickup and drop-off points at nearby locations. Meeting at these locations ensures lessons remain on schedule and accessible for everyone.

Q: Do we need to come to 18105 Hidden Creek Trail for behind-the-wheel lessons?

A: No. This is our residential address, not a student office location.
We offer pickup and drop-off from the student's home, school, or another preferred location within our service area. Please provide your preferred pickup address when scheduling.

What happens if a student does not show up for a scheduled lesson without calling, texting, or emailing in advance?

A: The lesson will be considered a no-show. The session will be marked as completed, the lesson fee will not be refunded, and a new lesson must be scheduled and paid for separately. We understand emergencies may occur and may review situations at our discretion; however, prior communication is extremely important.

What if a student arrives without a valid Minnesota Instruction Permit or valid Minnesota Driver's License?

The lesson cannot legally begin without a valid permit or license. The session will be treated as a late cancellation or no-show, and the lesson fee will not be refunded.

What if the permit is not obtained before the lesson date?

The lesson must be rescheduled per school policy.

Can behind-the-wheel lessons be scheduled before the permit?

Yes, however, driving cannot begin without an instruction permit.

Must the student be enrolled in behind-the-wheel before testing?

Yes, this is mandatory to obtain an instruction permit.

Road Test

What is covered during the refresher practice?
  • Parking maneuvers
  • Proper stopping at stop signs and traffic lights
  • Watching for pedestrians
  • Yielding to other vehicles when required
  • Observation and awareness skills
  • Understanding traffic signs
  • Essential road safety tips

Will an instructor be present during the road test?

Yes, a certified instructor accompanies the student to the test location and during preparation.

Does Ansari Driving School provide a vehicle for the road test?

Yes, we provide a licensed, insured vehicle for the DMV road test.

Does the student have to bring glasses or contacts if required on the permit?

Yes, required restrictions are strictly enforced.

Are warning lights, cracked windshield, or bald tires allowed?

No, any safety issue = automatic cancellation.

Will DPS provide a vehicle?

No, a vehicle must be provided by the student or driving school.

Can the student use any vehicle for the test?

No, the vehicle must be street-legal, insured, clean, and fully functional.

Is a parent/guardian required at the test?

Yes, a parent/guardian must sign the DPS driving log/affidavit.

Are supervised driving hours required?

Yes, 50 total hours, including 15 night hours, logged by a parent/guardian.

Is there a required waiting period before the road test (under 18)?

Yes, the permit must be held for at least 6 months.

Does the student have to have a valid MN instruction permit on test day?

Yes, no permit = no test.

Are DPS or testing fees refundable?

No, all DPS fees are nonrefundable.

Can a student test without DPS confirmation?

No, students will be turned away by DPS.