Licenses and Permits
Stearns County has a wide variety of license and permit applications. Some are available for you to complete online in our Online Services area, while others require an in-person visit. Many forms and applications are available in our browsable Document Library .
Stearns County Auditor/Treasurer
Randy R. Schreifels
New Office Hours for License Center West effective Monday July 18, 2011 will be 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Licenses pertaining to motor vehicles, vital statistics and passports are handled by the License Center. Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for the downtown office in the Administration Center. Please arrive by 4 pm to ensure service.
Office Hours are 9:00 am to 5:30 pm for the Service Center in Waite Park. Please arrive by 5 pm to ensure service. The Service Center location also has a drive-through that offers the following services:
- Auto tab renewals
- ATV, snowmobile and boat renewals
- Property tax payments
View the Virtual License Center for applications and certificates available online.