VLT Tint Rules for Minnesota (2026):

Front side windows: Minimum 50% VLT for all vehicles. Rear side/rear windshield: Sedans: Minimum 50% VLT.

SUVs, vans, and trucks: No minimum VLT; darker tint allowed.

Windshield: Only a non-reflective strip above the AS‑1 line; the main glass cannot be tinted.

So, for most passenger vehicles in Minnesota, a legal tint would be a film with 50% VLT or higher on the front and rear side windows. If you have a medical condition that requires a darker tint, Minnesota allows medical exemptions with proper documentation, which must be carried in the vehicle.

How to choose your desired VLT:

Privacy: Lower VLT = more privacy; higher VLT = more visibility.

Heat & UV protection: Even lighter tints can block heat if they have high IR rejection.

Night driving: Don’t make front windows too dark; it can reduce visibility.

Style: Darker tints look sleek; lighter tints are subtle.

(Optional) Legality: Stay at or above your state’s minimum VLT.

NOTE:

Illegal Tint Waiver Acknowledgment: If you choose to install window tint darker than 50% VLT, you acknowledge that the tint may not comply with state or local laws. By signing the waiver, you agree and understand that: You have requested window tint below the legal VLT limit. Our business has informed you of applicable tint laws. You accept full responsibility for any tickets, fines, inspections, or vehicle compliance issues. Our business is not liable for legal consequences resulting from illegal tint installation. Your signature confirms that the decision to install darker tint is voluntary and made with full awareness of potential legal risks.

"If you do not understand any part of this waiver, please contact me and I will be happy to explain it before you sign."