Key facts
- Licence
- A valid driver's licence[1]
- Minimum age
- 18[1]
- Medical
- Medical examiner's certificate under 49 CFR 391.43, carried while driving[1]
- Driving record
- Clear of the listed items for the past three years[1]
- Criminal record
- Clear of the listed convictions discharged within the last ten years[1]
- Checked by
- The limousine operator, before first use and then annually[1]
What licence does a limousine driver need in Minnesota?
A valid driver's licence, and the driver must be at least 18 years old. Minnesota Rules part 8880.0800, which sets the qualifications for drivers providing limousine service, lists no separate chauffeur licence.[1]
What is the medical requirement?
The driver must be physically qualified under the federal standard in 49 CFR 391.41 and hold a valid medical examiner's certificate before driving a limousine in service. A copy goes to the limousine operator, and the driver keeps the certificate with them while operating.[1]
Which record checks apply?
For the past three years the driving record must be clear of the licence cancellations, revocations, suspensions and convictions the rule lists. The criminal record must be clear of the listed convictions where the last discharge from the criminal justice system falls within the last ten years.[1]
Who runs the checks?
The limousine operator. Before using a driver, the operator must review the driving and criminal records, repeat the review every year, and keep a record of it; a driver who does not meet the standards must not be used. Operators apply to MnDOT for their own limousine service permit.[1][2]
Frequently asked questions
How old must a limousine driver be in Minnesota?
At least 18, with a valid driver's licence, under Minnesota Rules part 8880.0800.
Sources
Fees and rules change. Each source is the official page we read, with the date we read it; check it before you apply or pay.
- [1] Minnesota Rules, part 8880.0800: Driver qualifications (limousine service) (read 11 Nov 2026)
- [2] Minnesota Department of Transportation: New limousine operators (read 2 Sept 2025)
