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Minnesota Tint Exemption Form — Download & Instructions

Learn how to obtain, fill out, and submit the Minnesota window tint medical exemption form — or skip the paperwork entirely with our online process.

Minnesota's Tint Exemption Process

Unlike some states, Minnesota does not have a standardized DVS (Driver and Vehicle Services) tint exemption form. Under MN Stat §169.71 subd. 4, a licensed physician certifies your medical need for darker tint, and you carry that documentation in your vehicle. No state filing is required — your physician's certification is your legal authorization.

Skip the Paperwork — Apply Online Instead

Instead of scheduling doctor appointments, dealing with paper forms, and figuring out what Minnesota requires, you can complete the entire process online in about 5 minutes. A licensed Minnesota physician reviews your existing medical documentation against MN Stat §169.71 subd. 4 requirements and issues your exemption digitally. No DVS visit needed.

The Traditional Minnesota Tint Exemption Process

If you prefer the traditional route, here's how the paper-based process works in Minnesota. Note that Minnesota does not have a single standardized form — the process relies on physician documentation:

Obtain Physician Documentation

Minnesota’s tint exemption is physician-driven, not form-driven. You need a written statement from a licensed Minnesota physician (MD or DO) certifying your medical condition requires darker window tint. There is no standardized DVS form to download — the physician creates the documentation.

Visit Your Doctor

Schedule an appointment with a licensed physician at Mayo Clinic, University of Minnesota Health, M Health Fairview, or your primary care provider. The doctor must confirm your condition and write a medical necessity statement specifying that you require window tint below the 50% VLT limit. Most PCPs won’t sign tint-specific paperwork, which is why many patients use our online service instead.

Ensure Proper Documentation

Your physician’s letter should include: their name, medical license number, practice address, your diagnosis, a statement of medical necessity for darker tint, and their signature. This document serves as your legal exemption under MN Stat §169.71 subd. 4.

Keep Documentation in Your Vehicle

Unlike some states, Minnesota does not require you to file your exemption with DVS or any state agency. Keep the physician’s documentation in your vehicle at all times. Present it to Minnesota State Patrol, Minneapolis PD, or any local officer if stopped for tint.

What Information Is Required?

Since Minnesota uses physician-created documentation rather than a standardized form, your exemption letter should include:

Patient Information

Full legal name
Date of birth
Minnesota address
Driver’s license number
Vehicle information (make, model, year)
Windows requiring darker tint

Physician Certification

Physician’s name and credentials (MD/DO)
Minnesota medical license number
Practice address and phone
Diagnosis / medical condition
Statement of medical necessity for darker tint
Physician signature and date

Traditional Process vs. Online Application

Feature	Traditional	Online (Our Service)
Time to complete	Days to weeks	5-10 minutes
Doctor visit required	Yes — in-person appointment	No — online physician review
Processing time	Depends on doctor availability	Within 24 hours
Cost	$100–$300+ (office visit + co-pay)	$225
DVS filing required	No	No
Convenience	Schedule appointment, drive to office	100% from your phone
Certificate delivery	Paper letter from doctor	Instant digital certificate

Important Note About Minnesota's Process

Minnesota does not have a standardized DVS tint exemption form like some other states. The exemption is based on physician certification under MN Stat §169.71 subd. 4. Our online process ensures your documentation meets all current Minnesota legal requirements and is formatted for acceptance by law enforcement statewide.

Skip the Hassle — Apply Online

No forms to hunt down, no doctor appointments to schedule. Complete everything online in minutes. $225 one-time, no DVS visit needed.