Driver Licenses and IDs

Driver’s Licenses & IDs

Make an appointment, get a driver's license/ID, permit, or REAL ID, renew, take a practice test, and more.

Driver's License Services & Information

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Iowa Driver's License Practice Tests

This practice test generates 25 questions, randomly chosen from a larger group of sample questions that includes questions from the real knowledge test. A passing score is 80% or higher.

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MVD360

Transforming the Way Iowans Access Driver and Vehicle Services

The Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Division is updating its decades-old driver and vehicle system (ARTS) with a faster, more secure, and easier-to-use platform. 

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Online License & ID Services

Manage license and ID tasks from home using our online services. You will need your Iowa driver's license or ID number to log in. If you don’t see what you need, check the topic index for more options

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Step 1

Gather Documents for Your Appointment

Be prepared. Use our interactive tool to help you figure what documents you need to bring to your Iowa DOT appointment. 

Understand what to bring to your appointment
Step 2

Schedule an Appointment

Scheduling an appointment with Iowa DOT can be done online in three easy steps. We’ll help you along the way to ensure you’re prepared with the right documents.

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