Tax Preparer / Minnesota
2026 data Minnesota board official source

Minnesota Tax Preparer License Requirements

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.

Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Prepares tax returns. Some states require registration beyond federal PTIN.

What the Minnesota data shows for Tax Preparers

Minnesota's path to tax preparer licensure runs through board-approved instruction and a passing score on a state-approved exam, plus a criminal history screening. Minnesota folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Varies".

The initial price tag is $100 every 2 years. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Minnesota, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

Minnesota evaluates out-of-state credentials case-by-case rather than through a published reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

B
Licensing Ease Score
72/100
Tax Preparer · Minnesota

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training A+
None required
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee C-
$100
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Minnesota

Education / Training Hours
Varies
Not specified
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$100
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Minnesota licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Tax Preparer in Minnesota? ▼
In Minnesota, the license path calls for, a passing exam score, and a $100 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Tax Preparer in Minnesota? ▼
Minnesota licenses tax preparers who complete its requirements and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Minnesota licensing board.
Can I transfer my Tax Preparer license to Minnesota from another state? ▼
Minnesota doesn't publish a standing reciprocity policy for tax preparers; each out-of-state application is reviewed on its own merits. Some professions fall under interstate compacts that ease portability regardless. The Minnesota licensing board can confirm what applies to your case.
Does Minnesota require a background check for Tax Preparer licensing? ▼
Yes, Minnesota requires a criminal background check as part of the tax preparer licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.

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Tax Preparer in Minnesota is one requirement row in a tax preparer-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Minnesota's tax preparer requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Tax Preparer in every state
  • Read the general portability rules before moving an existing license to a new state. Transfer guide
  • See how Minnesota's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Minnesota overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Minnesota licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.